2002 Rover 45 1.8L Petrol · BD02 EOR
2002 Rover 45 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 18/04/2002. Recorded mileage 148,731 miles. MOT valid until 21/12/2026.
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2002
- Engine
- 1796cc
BD02 EOR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/12/2025
- 148,731 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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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BD02 EOR Mileage History
- 29/11/2023142,279 mi
- 01/12/2023142,279 mi
- 04/12/2024145,669 mi+3,390 mi
- 10/12/2025148,731 mi+3,062 mi
- 10/12/2025148,731 mi
Average of roughly 3,175 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BD02 EOR 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 2002 Rover 45 (BD02 EOR) between November 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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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