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W176 VEO

2000 Rover 45

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

129,943 mi
Last recorded129,943 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Rover 4569,523 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW176 VEO
MakeRover
Model45
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 129,943 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 127,703 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 125,909 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly worn uneven (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Apr 2024 125,884 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly worn uneven (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 123,723 miles

Underside of vehicle is heavily undersealed

Fail 21 Apr 2023 123,723 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Underside of vehicle is heavily undersealed

Pass 3 May 2022 121,696 miles
Fail 3 May 2022 121,696 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 May 2021 120,033 miles
Fail 11 May 2021 120,033 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Near fuel tank (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2020 118,625 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 116,347 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2018 114,730 miles

Both rear tyres starting to wear on tread edges

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (7.1.2)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 May 2017 112,633 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 112,633 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front (8.2.2)

Pass 27 May 2016 110,105 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (7.1.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Slight damage to near side rear tyre outer wall

Pass 27 May 2015 108,372 miles

Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 May 2015 108,372 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Suspension arm locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 May 2014 103,227 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

o/s driveshaft seal leaking

Pass 29 May 2013 99,386 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 99,386 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 May 2012 94,154 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 91,918 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 88,064 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 83,719 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 79,268 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 66,684 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 54,837 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 45?

Based on 849,212 MOT tests across 72,661 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
5,217
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
72,661
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 48,934
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 22,560
Stop lamp not working 21,816
Brake pipe excessively corroded 21,244
constant velocity joint gaiter split 16,014
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W176 VEO is a 2000 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 Rover 45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 69,523 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 45 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 48,934 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W176 VEO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 45 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 26 years old, this Rover 45 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W176 VEO registered?

W176 VEO is a 2000 Rover 45, first registered on 28 April 2000.

Is W176 VEO safe to buy?

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