2002 Rover 45 1.6L Petrol · FV02 HOJ
2002 Rover 45 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 28/05/2002. Recorded mileage 68,462 miles. MOT valid until 16/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Lincoln
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 68,462 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2002
- Engine
- 1588cc
FV02 HOJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/02/2026
- 68,462 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
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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.
FV02 HOJ Mileage History
- 09/03/202362,413 mi
- 17/03/202362,441 mi+28 mi
- 11/03/202464,968 mi+2,527 mi
- 26/02/202566,868 mi+1,900 mi
- 24/02/202668,462 mi+1,594 mi
Average of roughly 2,040 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FV02 HOJ 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 2002 Rover 45 (FV02 HOJ) between March 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 24 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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