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X938 GBM

2000 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

32,528 mi
Last recorded32,528 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX938 GBM
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 32,528 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 32,191 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 32,174 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2022 32,174 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 32,133 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement king pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement king pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Apr 2019 32,133 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement king pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement king pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 32,009 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 Nov 2017 31,966 miles

Nearside Front Tyre perishing / cracking

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Not as efficient (3.7.B.6b)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 31,533 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 31,081 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 30,349 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 29,591 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 28,867 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 27,432 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 26,331 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 24,853 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 22,840 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 20,712 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 18,660 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 16,477 miles

How Reliable is the Rover Mini?

Based on 519,169 MOT tests across 45,631 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
876
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
45,631
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 32,036
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 24,016
Steering rack gaiter split 21,375
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 18,460
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 18,348
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X938 GBM is a 2000 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2000 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 39,248 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Mini fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 32,036 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X938 GBM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 26 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X938 GBM registered?

X938 GBM is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 29 September 2000.

Is X938 GBM safe to buy?

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