2004 Rover 45 1.6L Petrol · LR04 ECJ
2004 Rover 45 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 11/03/2004. Recorded mileage 100,880 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Wimbledon (South London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20/03/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 100,880 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 1588cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
LR04 ECJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/03/2025
- 100,880 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: 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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LR04 ECJ Mileage History
- 12/03/202276,708 mi
- 12/03/202276,708 mi
- 03/03/202380,481 mi+3,773 mi
- 16/03/202490,112 mi+9,631 mi
- 21/03/2025100,880 mi+10,768 mi
Average of roughly 7,988 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LR04 ECJ 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 (LR04 ECJ) between March 2022 and March 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 March 2025 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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