2001 Rover 45 1.8L Petrol · Y297 FNN
2001 Rover 45 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 05/06/2001. Recorded mileage 67,110 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Leeds
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23/05/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 67,110 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2001
- Engine
- 1796cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
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Y297 FNN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/05/2025
- 67,110 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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Y297 FNN Mileage History
- 08/03/202265,399 mi
- 02/03/202365,970 mi+571 mi
- 24/05/202365,989 mi+19 mi
- 01/05/202466,521 mi+532 mi
- 12/05/202567,110 mi+589 mi
Average of roughly 538 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Y297 FNN 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 (Y297 FNN) between March 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 May 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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