2002 Rover 45 1.6L Petrol · HV02 LCG
2002 Rover 45 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 17/05/2002. Recorded mileage 115,512 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2002
- Engine
- 1588cc
HV02 LCG Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/05/2022
- 115,512 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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HV02 LCG Mileage History
- 13/05/2022115,510 mi
- 16/05/2022115,512 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 251 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
HV02 LCG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Rover 45 (HV02 LCG) between May 2022 and May 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 16 May 2022 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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