2001 Rover 45 1.8L Petrol · BV51 AOX
2001 Rover 45 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/09/2001. Recorded mileage 39,539 miles. MOT valid until 04/12/2026. Taxed until 01/02/2027.
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2001
- Engine
- 1796cc
BV51 AOX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/11/2025
- 39,539 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
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BV51 AOX Mileage History
- 02/11/202228,644 mi
- 02/11/202228,644 mi
- 09/11/202333,729 mi+5,085 mi
- 05/12/202436,814 mi+3,085 mi
- 11/11/202539,539 mi+2,725 mi
Average of roughly 3,602 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BV51 AOX 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 (BV51 AOX) between November 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 11 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
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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