ROVER 452002 · 1.8L Petrol
Vehicle Insight Summary
ROVER 45 (2002, Petrol, 1796cc) — mileage recorded at 87,363. MOT status: valid. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Year
- 2002
- Engine
- 1796cc
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Public record health check: Average.
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Technical Specifications
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Full MOT History
Checking the history for this 2002 Rover 45 (NJ02 AXT), we found 5 MOT results in the period of November 2023 to October 2025.
Across its entire MOT history, this Rover has a 60% success rate (3 passes and 2 fails). The pass rate is roughly in line with national averages for vehicles of this age.
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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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