Faults:

A number of rattles and creaks developed within the first year, but these are trivial and have not got worse since. Electric front windows seem to let air noise in too at high speeds.

General Comments:

The 1.4 16v engine is a real performer, doing 0-60mph in just under 10 seconds, and yet this car fits into a really low insurance class. The 3 door model has better styling than the 5 door (in my opinion). Plenty of boot space, but not much real passenger room. Frightening depreciation from new - suggest buying on the continent.

Faults:

Nothing.

General Comments:

Great car; very quick for a diesel, with lots of mid-range torque, and pulls well in fifth up to 110+. And all while giving 51mpg. It's done 44,000 miles so far and it still doesn't squeak or rattle (even though I occasionally use it to haul concrete blocks, bags of sand and cement!) The only downsides are limited headroom in the back, it's noisy, even for a diesel, and dealer servicing isn't cheap.

Faults:

A head gasket has been replaced and water has leaked causing damage to electrics, all repaired now.

General Comments:

Excellent car, I can only recomend one to everyone!

Faults:

Needed new tappits after 800 miles (covered on warranty).

Generic fault with high tail light (not covered by extra warranty) £25 + vat.

Needed new tyre after 23,000K.

Generic fault on driver airbag (covered by warranty).

Front brake pads require replacing after 12,000 miles.

General Comments:

Despite this car going to the dealer every 2 months from new, the car has not had any major problems other than the tappits to keep it off the road.

With good performance, comfort and great handling I am pleased.

I will buy another 200, maybe a VI or BRM.

Faults:

Passenger door lock failed. New one ordered and fitted under warranty. Bad knocking sound from the steering when accelerating in a bumpy left hand bend.

Steering column squeaks like hell and the garage say they can't hear the squeak. I suggest they spend a full day in the car doing 500 miles in a day then they would hear the bloody squeak.

General Comments:

This car came with alloys...GREAT....but why did they not put central locking on this car. Sorry Rover but in this day and age central locking should be standard on a car in this price bracket. I would buy another one but only with central locking as the key locks are naff.

Faults:

Warped front discs from new.

Broken Gear Knob from new.

Front speakers were loose when delivered.

Exhaust manifold broke away from engine (one of the bolts snapped).

General Comments:

Great performance and looks. Comfortable for long journeys (I've clocked up 27k in 6.5 months).

Faults:

Nothing so far!

General Comments:

Well built car, stylish design. The K series engine deserves praise with wonderful smooth acceleration. Excellent handling and road holding........Why couldn't I afford the 200vi??

Faults:

The car was delivered with paint cracked on back bumper. Rattling drivers door. Dealer finally fixed bumper and put a CD player in the car because I was going to give the car back. When the CD player was put in all the electrics went crazy. Finally fixed by dealer. Front fog lamps then didn't work.

General Comments:

Overall I'm pleased with the Rover 200 (even after making 10 trips to the dealer since buying the car - only 3 months ago!). It's the third Rover I've had. The dealer I bought it from is totally useless and only cares about taking your money. I've now gone to another dealer and have had no troubles since. If after 2 years, the car has been reliable, I'll buy another Rover, if not, it's an Audi A3 for me!