2002 Rover 45 1.6L Petrol · CU02 XGC
2002 Rover 45 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 16/04/2002. Recorded mileage 32,396 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Swansea
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/06/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 32,396 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.
CU02 XGC Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/06/2024
- 32,396 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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CU02 XGC Mileage History
- 05/04/202331,834 mi
- 14/04/202331,839 mi+5 mi
- 01/06/202432,396 mi+557 mi
- 12/06/202432,396 mi
Average of roughly 473 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
CU02 XGC 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 (CU02 XGC) between April 2023 and June 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 June 2024 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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