ROVER 452000 · 1.8L PETROL
Vehicle Insight Summary
Considering this 2000 ROVER 45? It's a PETROL with a 1796cc engine showing 68,090 miles. MOT is not recorded and it's not currently taxed. View the full DVLA history below.
- Fuel
- PETROL
- Year
- 2000
- Engine
- 1796cc
This vehicle has not had an MOT in the past 5 years and may no longer be on the road. Automatic AI analysis has been skipped.
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Full MOT History
MOT data last updated: 5/19/2026, 12:13:49 AM
This 2000 Rover 45 (W985 APU) has a recorded MOT history spanning from August 2006 to February 2009, with 3 MOT tests on record.
The vehicle has achieved an overall 100% pass rate, with 3 passes and 0 failures recorded. This is a strong MOT track record, suggesting the vehicle has been well-maintained.
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Common Problems: ROVER 45
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- K-Series Head Gasket Failure(Serious)
Applies to 1.4, 1.6, and 1.8 models. Standard K-Series symptoms and fixes apply.
- Water Ingress (Bulkhead Seam Failure)(Moderate)
The seam sealer on the bulkhead cracks with age, allowing water into the front passenger footwell. Leaks under the carpet are usually from seam failure, while leaks on top enter through the heater blower inlet.
- VIS Motor Failure (V6)(Moderate)
The 2.0 V6 uses Variable Intake System motors that fail, leading to reduced performance and a rattling intake manifold.
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