2000 Rover 45 1.4L Petrol · W613 MGR
2000 Rover 45 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Jun 2000. Recorded mileage 105,393 miles. MOT expired on 10 Dec 2011.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2000 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 10 Dec 2011
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Feb 2012)
- Recorded Mileage
- 105,393 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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W613 MGR Key Findings
- 10 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/12/2010
- 105,393 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
W613 MGR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
10 MOT tests are recorded for this 2000 Rover 45 (W613 MGR) between January 2006 and December 2010.
The record contains 6 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 11 December 2010 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (10 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Steering (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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: “front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)”; “Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)”.
W613 MGR Mileage History
- 26/01/200650,513 mi
- 29/01/200763,949 mi+13,436 mi
- 31/01/200763,968 mi+19 mi
- 29/01/200876,066 mi+12,098 mi
- 29/01/200876,066 mi
- 09/10/200891,889 mi+15,823 mi
- 21/10/200998,924 mi+7,035 mi
- 21/10/200998,924 mi
- 04/12/2010105,369 mi+6,445 mi
- 11/12/2010105,393 mi+24 mi
Average of roughly 11,263 miles per year across 10 recorded odometer readings.
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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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