2002 Rover 45 1.6L Petrol · BU02 DLE
2002 Rover 45 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 22/04/2002. Recorded mileage 132,618 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Birmingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05/09/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 132,618 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2002
- Engine
- 1589cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
BU02 DLE Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 27/09/2023
- 132,618 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
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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BU02 DLE Mileage History
- 02/09/2021121,888 mi
- 06/09/2021121,888 mi
- 30/08/2022130,686 mi+8,798 mi
- 27/09/2023132,618 mi+1,932 mi
Average of roughly 5,192 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
BU02 DLE 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 2002 Rover 45 (BU02 DLE) between September 2021 and September 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 September 2023 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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