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X973 MCE

2000 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

70,929 mi
Last recorded70,929 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2020
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX973 MCE
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2020 70,929 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 69,468 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Feb 2019 69,458 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 68,829 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 67,452 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 65,462 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 64,299 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 17 Jul 2014 64,253 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 63,736 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 60,007 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 58,569 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 55,117 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 51,344 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 49,214 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 45,838 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 13 Jul 2006 42,907 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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X973 MCE is a 2000 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 X973 MCE, 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 X973 MCE registered?

X973 MCE is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is X973 MCE safe to buy?

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