2004 Rover 45 1.4L Petrol · KY04 UNH

The vehicle remains technically roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in February 2026 at 43,242 miles. While the overall history indicates consistent passes, the maintenance trend shows a developing issue regarding wheel geometry. The 2026 test flagged an offside front tyre worn close to the legal limit and specifically on the edge, which follows an advisory from February 2025 where both front tyres were noted wearing on their inner edges. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,000 miles per year. The record shows steady, minimal usage between 2022 and 2026, with the mileage increasing from 37,867 to 43,242 miles over those four years. This low usage suggests the car has not faced significant stress on the engine or drivetrain, but such low annual mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber components, seals, and the seizing of brake components due to long periods of standing or lack of high-speed motion. A buyer must inspect the front suspension geometry and steering alignment to address the recurring inner-edge tyre wear. This suggests worn control arm bushes, failing ball joints, or incorrectly tracked steering components that require adjustment. Given the age of the Rover, a physical inspection should also focus heavily on structural corrosion in the sills, wing arches, and floor pans, as these are common failure points for this model regardless of mileage. The brake system should also be checked to ensure calipers have not seized or suffered from the low usage patterns recorded in the history.