2001 Rover 45 1.8L Petrol · AV51 VFX
2001 Rover 45 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 19/10/2001. Recorded mileage 62,767 miles. MOT valid until 15/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Ipswich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15/04/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 62,767 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2001
- Engine
- 1796cc
AV51 VFX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/04/2026
- 62,767 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
AV51 VFX Mileage History
- 21/11/202356,563 mi
- 28/03/202559,879 mi+3,316 mi
- 03/04/202559,879 mi
- 17/04/202662,767 mi+2,888 mi
- 17/04/202662,767 mi
Average of roughly 2,581 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AV51 VFX 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 VFX) between November 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 April 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: Bodywork (6 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Steering (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 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: “Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases osr centre box before backbox (6.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a)”; “Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
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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