2000 Rover 45 2.0L Petrol · X979 DBD
2000 Rover 45 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 23/10/2000. Recorded mileage 77,087 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2000
- Engine
- 1997cc
X979 DBD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/05/2025
- 77,087 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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X979 DBD Mileage History
- 22/05/202376,283 mi
- 30/05/202376,286 mi+3 mi
- 27/05/202476,825 mi+539 mi
- 28/05/202577,087 mi+262 mi
- 28/05/202577,087 mi
Average of roughly 398 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
X979 DBD 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 (X979 DBD) between May 2023 and May 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 28 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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.