2004 Rover 45 1.8L Petrol · LT54 XRN
2004 Rover 45 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/10/2004. Recorded mileage 59,117 miles. MOT valid until 26/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Wimbledon (South London)
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 59,117 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 1796cc
LT54 XRN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/11/2025
- 59,117 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.
LT54 XRN Mileage History
- 16/11/202354,424 mi
- 04/11/202456,638 mi+2,214 mi
- 15/11/202456,662 mi+24 mi
- 03/11/202559,077 mi+2,415 mi
- 07/11/202559,117 mi+40 mi
Average of roughly 2,374 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LT54 XRN 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 (LT54 XRN) between November 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 November 2025 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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