2005 Rover 45 1.6L Petrol · BP54 RYB
2005 Rover 45 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 26/01/2005. Recorded mileage 73,797 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Birmingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/04/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 73,797 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1589cc
BP54 RYB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/03/2025
- 73,797 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 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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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.
BP54 RYB Mileage History
- 30/03/202369,787 mi
- 12/04/202369,835 mi+48 mi
- 12/04/202472,139 mi+2,304 mi
- 12/04/202472,139 mi
- 31/03/202573,797 mi+1,658 mi
Average of roughly 2,001 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BP54 RYB 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 2005 Rover 45 (BP54 RYB) between March 2023 and March 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 31 March 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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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