2001 Rover 45 1.6L Petrol · AV51 LZP
2001 Rover 45 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 26/09/2001. Recorded mileage 98,637 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Ipswich
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09/06/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 98,637 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2001
- Engine
- 1588cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
AV51 LZP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/06/2025
- 98,637 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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AV51 LZP Mileage History
- 30/05/202295,372 mi
- 01/06/202396,504 mi+1,132 mi
- 22/05/202497,485 mi+981 mi
- 29/05/202598,599 mi+1,114 mi
- 04/06/202598,637 mi+38 mi
Average of roughly 1,083 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AV51 LZP 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 (AV51 LZP) between May 2022 and June 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 04 June 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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