2005 Rover 45 1.4L Petrol · BX05 AOY
2005 Rover 45 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 03/05/2005. Recorded mileage 55,402 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1396cc
BX05 AOY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/08/2025
- 55,402 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: Below 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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BX05 AOY Mileage History
- 17/08/202226,735 mi
- 17/08/202335,689 mi+8,954 mi
- 09/08/202445,152 mi+9,463 mi
- 20/08/202555,402 mi+10,250 mi
- 20/08/202555,402 mi
Average of roughly 9,529 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BX05 AOY 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 2005 Rover 45 (BX05 AOY) between August 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 August 2025 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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