2003 Rover 45 1.6L Petrol · KJ03 RWK
2003 Rover 45 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 21/03/2003. Recorded mileage 110,273 miles. MOT valid until 09/09/2026.
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 1589cc
KJ03 RWK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/09/2025
- 110,273 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
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KJ03 RWK Mileage History
- 06/09/2023103,898 mi
- 06/09/2023103,898 mi
- 28/08/2024107,565 mi+3,667 mi
- 03/09/2025110,252 mi+2,687 mi
- 10/09/2025110,273 mi+21 mi
Average of roughly 3,168 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
KJ03 RWK 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 2003 Rover 45 (KJ03 RWK) between September 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 September 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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