2005 Rover 45 1.6L Petrol · DX05 YSP
2005 Rover 45 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 19/03/2005. Recorded mileage 162,250 miles. MOT valid until 11/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Chester
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/01/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 162,250 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 1589cc
DX05 YSP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/01/2026
- 162,250 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
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.
DX05 YSP Mileage History
- 09/01/2024161,101 mi
- 22/01/2025161,847 mi+746 mi
- 17/02/2025161,854 mi+7 mi
- 12/01/2026162,250 mi+396 mi
- 12/01/2026162,250 mi
Average of roughly 572 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
DX05 YSP 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 (DX05 YSP) between January 2024 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 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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