2001 Rover 45 1.6L Petrol · 57 ES
2001 Rover 45 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 30/04/2001. Recorded mileage 18,278 miles. MOT valid until 06/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2001
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 18,278 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2001
- Engine
- 1588cc
57 ES Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/03/2026
- 18,278 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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57 ES Mileage History
- 23/07/202218,238 mi
- 27/01/202418,239 mi+1 mi
- 18/01/202518,239 mi
- 07/03/202618,278 mi+39 mi
- 07/03/202618,278 mi
Average of roughly 11 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
57 ES MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Rover 45 (57 ES) between July 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 07 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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