2000 Rover 45 1.6L Petrol · W226 BEG
2000 Rover 45 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Apr 2000. Recorded mileage 107,825 miles. MOT expired on 11 Feb 2013.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2000 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 11 Feb 2013
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (27 Nov 2012)
- Recorded Mileage
- 107,825 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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W226 BEG Key Findings
- 11 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/02/2012
- 102,825 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
W226 BEG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
11 MOT tests are recorded for this 2000 Rover 45 (W226 BEG) between October 2005 and February 2012.
The record contains 8 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 11 February 2012 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (8 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 21 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”; “Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)”; “Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)”.
W226 BEG Mileage History
- 12/10/200542,632 mi
- 09/01/200645,613 mi+2,981 mi
- 16/10/200655,994 mi+10,381 mi
- 23/10/200768,377 mi+12,383 mi
- 23/10/200768,378 mi+1 mi
- 12/01/200982,856 mi+14,478 mi
- 12/02/201087,242 mi+4,386 mi
- 12/02/201087,242 mi
- 11/02/201194,749 mi+7,507 mi
- 11/02/2012107,825 mi+13,076 mi
- 11/02/2012102,825 mi-5,000 mi
Average of roughly 9,506 miles per year across 11 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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Known faults for Rover Rover 45
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
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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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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- K-Series Head Gasket FailureSerious
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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