2002 Rover 45 1.8L Petrol · AE52 OFV
2002 Rover 45 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 30/09/2002. Recorded mileage 55,402 miles. MOT valid until 17/08/2027.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17/08/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 55,402 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2002
- Engine
- 1796cc
AE52 OFV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/08/2026
- 55,402 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (9 mentions)
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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Known faults for Rover Rover 45
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
AE52 OFV Mileage History
- 30/05/202447,794 mi
- 11/06/202551,340 mi+3,546 mi
- 11/06/202551,340 mi
- 30/07/202655,395 mi+4,055 mi
- 19/08/202655,402 mi+7 mi
Average of roughly 3,425 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AE52 OFV 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 2002 Rover 45 (AE52 OFV) between May 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (9 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 19 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Stop lamp(s) not working Near side and off side (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural streng”; “Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stren”.
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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