2003 Rover 45 1.6L Petrol · LD03 HFZ
2003 Rover 45 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 24/03/2003. Recorded mileage 94,048 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25/09/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 94,048 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 1588cc
LD03 HFZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/09/2023
- 94,048 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: Below 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.
LD03 HFZ Mileage History
- 17/09/202192,440 mi
- 07/09/202292,742 mi+302 mi
- 16/09/202292,748 mi+6 mi
- 22/09/202393,938 mi+1,190 mi
- 26/09/202394,048 mi+110 mi
Average of roughly 795 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LD03 HFZ 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 2003 Rover 45 (LD03 HFZ) between September 2021 and September 2023.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 September 2023 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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