2004 Rover 45 1.4L Petrol · LS54 LHX
2004 Rover 45 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 12/11/2004. Recorded mileage 59,337 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Wimbledon (South London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02/05/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 59,337 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 1396cc
LS54 LHX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/05/2024
- 59,337 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.
LS54 LHX Mileage History
- 07/12/202159,356 mi
- 07/12/202159,359 mi+3 mi
- 01/12/202259,366 mi+7 mi
- 01/12/202259,368 mi+2 mi
- 03/05/202459,337 mi-31 mi
Average of roughly -8 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
LS54 LHX 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 (LS54 LHX) between December 2021 and May 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 03 May 2024 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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