2002 Rover 45 1.6L Petrol · AP02 BLF
2002 Rover 45 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 28/06/2002. Recorded mileage 112,284 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Norwich
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24/09/2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 112,284 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2002
- Engine
- 1588cc
AP02 BLF Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 25/08/2022
- 112,284 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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AP02 BLF Mileage History
- 28/08/2021107,018 mi
- 28/08/2021107,018 mi
- 25/08/2022112,284 mi+5,266 mi
Average of roughly 5,316 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
AP02 BLF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Rover 45 (AP02 BLF) between August 2021 and August 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 25 August 2022 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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