2002 Rover 45 1.4L Petrol · CU02 XSF
2002 Rover 45 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 14/06/2002. Recorded mileage 51,548 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Swansea
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31/05/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 51,548 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2002
- Engine
- 1396cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
CU02 XSF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/05/2025
- 51,548 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 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 XSF Mileage History
- 29/04/202246,717 mi
- 12/05/202347,643 mi+926 mi
- 01/06/202347,633 mi-10 mi
- 07/05/202448,918 mi+1,285 mi
- 06/05/202551,548 mi+2,630 mi
Average of roughly 1,600 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
CU02 XSF 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 2002 Rover 45 (CU02 XSF) between April 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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