2004 Rover 45 1.6L Petrol · DF04 BKA
2004 Rover 45 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 16/06/2004. Recorded mileage 40,911 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Chester
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27/06/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 40,911 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 1588cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
DF04 BKA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 02/02/2024
- 40,911 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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DF04 BKA Mileage History
- 14/06/202239,706 mi
- 14/06/202239,708 mi+2 mi
- 27/06/202340,401 mi+693 mi
- 28/06/202340,403 mi+2 mi
- 02/02/202440,911 mi+508 mi
Average of roughly 736 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
DF04 BKA 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 (DF04 BKA) between June 2022 and February 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 02 February 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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