2003 Rover 45 1.6L Petrol · CT03 RZV
2003 Rover 45 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 25/04/2003. Recorded mileage 82,971 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Swansea
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04/02/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 82,971 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 1588cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
CT03 RZV Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/01/2023
- 82,971 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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CT03 RZV Mileage History
- 20/01/202281,429 mi
- 27/01/202281,592 mi+163 mi
- 18/01/202382,971 mi+1,379 mi
- 18/01/202382,971 mi
Average of roughly 1,551 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
CT03 RZV 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 2003 Rover 45 (CT03 RZV) between January 2022 and January 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 18 January 2023 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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