2004 Rover 45 1.6L Petrol · KS54 MLZ
2004 Rover 45 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 20/12/2004. Recorded mileage 91,563 miles. MOT valid until 26/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Northampton
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26/01/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 91,563 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 1589cc
KS54 MLZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/01/2026
- 91,563 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
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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.
KS54 MLZ Mileage History
- 12/01/202485,963 mi
- 22/01/202588,698 mi+2,735 mi
- 22/01/202588,698 mi
- 27/01/202691,563 mi+2,865 mi
- 27/01/202691,563 mi
Average of roughly 2,742 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
KS54 MLZ 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 (KS54 MLZ) between January 2024 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 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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