2000 Rover 45 1.6L Petrol · X973 EJB
2000 Rover 45 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 05/12/2000. Recorded mileage 38,571 miles. MOT valid until 08/12/2026.
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2000
- Engine
- 1589cc
X973 EJB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/11/2025
- 38,571 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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X973 EJB Mileage History
- 08/11/202237,857 mi
- 17/11/202338,377 mi+520 mi
- 17/11/202338,377 mi
- 09/12/202438,396 mi+19 mi
- 25/11/202538,571 mi+175 mi
Average of roughly 234 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
X973 EJB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2000 Rover 45 (X973 EJB) between November 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 25 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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