2004 Rover 45 1.4L Petrol · DA53 WCW
2004 Rover 45 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 06/02/2004. Recorded mileage 61,324 miles. MOT valid until 06/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Chester
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06/02/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 61,324 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 1396cc
DA53 WCW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/01/2026
- 61,324 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: Average
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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.
DA53 WCW Mileage History
- 23/01/202458,500 mi
- 29/01/202458,505 mi+5 mi
- 17/01/202559,927 mi+1,422 mi
- 17/01/202559,927 mi
- 16/01/202661,324 mi+1,397 mi
Average of roughly 1,425 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
DA53 WCW 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 2004 Rover 45 (DA53 WCW) between January 2024 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 16 January 2026 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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