2004 Rover 45 2.0L Diesel · AX04 VBN
2004 Rover 45 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 22/06/2004. Recorded mileage 121,466 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Ipswich
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/09/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 121,466 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 1994cc
AX04 VBN Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/09/2024
- 121,466 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 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.
AX04 VBN Mileage History
- 24/09/202197,767 mi
- 30/09/2022106,899 mi+9,132 mi
- 29/09/2023114,960 mi+8,061 mi
- 19/09/2024121,466 mi+6,506 mi
Average of roughly 7,933 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
AX04 VBN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Rover 45 (AX04 VBN) between September 2021 and September 2024.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 10 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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.
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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