2004 Rover 45 1.8L Petrol · GF54 FXG
2004 Rover 45 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 12/11/2004. Recorded mileage 92,199 miles. MOT valid until 12/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Maidstone
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,199 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 1796cc
GF54 FXG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/10/2025
- 92,199 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.
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.
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.
GF54 FXG Mileage History
- 06/11/202388,439 mi
- 13/11/202388,439 mi
- 21/10/202490,206 mi+1,767 mi
- 15/10/202592,199 mi+1,993 mi
- 23/10/202592,199 mi
Average of roughly 1,915 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
GF54 FXG 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 (GF54 FXG) between November 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 October 2025 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.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (GF54 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as GF54FXG.
TOYOTA
YARIS
TOYOTA
COROLLA
TOYOTA
HIACE
PEUGEOT
206
PEUGEOT
307
PEUGEOT
PARTNER
TOYOTA
PRIUS
TOYOTA
COROLLA
TOYOTA
PRIUS
TOYOTA
YARIS
CITROEN
XSARA
CITROEN
XSARA