2005 Rover 45 1.6L Petrol · CE05 XFD
2005 Rover 45 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 31/03/2005. Recorded mileage 38,527 miles. MOT valid until 31/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Cardiff
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 38,527 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1588cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
CE05 XFD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/03/2026
- 38,527 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
CE05 XFD Mileage History
- 12/03/202233,506 mi
- 14/03/202334,585 mi+1,079 mi
- 18/03/202436,047 mi+1,462 mi
- 19/03/202537,350 mi+1,303 mi
- 20/03/202638,527 mi+1,177 mi
Average of roughly 1,248 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
CE05 XFD 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 (CE05 XFD) between March 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
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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