2000 · 24 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2000 Rover 45 MOT pass rate and common faults

213 MOT tests in 2024. 52.1% passed first time, compared with 61.5% for all cars the same age.

85Well below average
Passed first time52.1%
Failed or needed repairs47.9%
Typical mileage at test74,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 213 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength12.7%
  2. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt7.0%
  3. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases4.7%
  4. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced4.2%
  5. Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements4.2%
  6. Service brake performance: excessively binding4.2%
  7. Catalyst emissions: Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits3.8%
  8. Service brake imbalance: across an axle2.8%
  9. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively2.8%
  10. Suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn2.8%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Suspension27.7%
  2. Body & chassis26.3%
  3. Brakes23.0%
  4. Lights & electrics21.1%
  5. Emissions & leaks12.2%
  6. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)8.0%
  7. Seat belts & airbags4.7%
  8. Tyres4.7%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded19.2%
  2. Suspension arms - pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn18.3%
  3. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine17.8%
  4. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure13.6%
  5. Registration plates: inscription illegible13.1%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2000 Rover 45?

In 2024, 52.1% of 2000 Rover 45 cars passed their MOT first time, across 213 tests. The average for all 24-year-old cars was 61.5%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2000 Rover 45?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases. The biggest problem area was suspension.

Is the 2000 Rover 45 reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 85, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).