2003 Rover 45 1.6L Petrol · DF53 NHG
2003 Rover 45 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 22/12/2003. Recorded mileage 97,156 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Chester
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02/03/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 97,156 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.
DF53 NHG Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 08/03/2024
- 97,156 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
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.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
DF53 NHG Mileage History
- 03/03/202292,501 mi
- 23/02/202394,413 mi+1,912 mi
- 08/03/202497,156 mi+2,743 mi
Average of roughly 2,310 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
DF53 NHG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Rover 45 (DF53 NHG) between March 2022 and March 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 March 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.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (DF53 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as DF53NHG.
TOYOTA
HIACE
TOYOTA
RAV4
TOYOTA
RAV4
RENAULT
CLIO
TOYOTA
AVENSIS
TOYOTA
RAV4
TOYOTA
HIACE
TOYOTA
HIACE
VOLVO
S40
VOLVO
C70
MERCEDES-BENZ
SPRINTER
MERCEDES
SPRINTER