2005 Rover 45 1.6L Petrol · DM03 ORD
2005 Rover 45 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 09/03/2005. Recorded mileage 84,334 miles. MOT valid until 13/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Shrewsbury
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 84,334 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1588cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
DM03 ORD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/02/2026
- 84,334 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: Good
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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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.
DM03 ORD Mileage History
- 27/02/202369,892 mi
- 27/02/202470,833 mi+941 mi
- 27/02/202470,836 mi+3 mi
- 26/02/202571,615 mi+779 mi
- 25/02/202684,334 mi+12,719 mi
Average of roughly 4,823 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
DM03 ORD 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 2005 Rover 45 (DM03 ORD) between February 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 25 February 2026 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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