2003 Rover 45 1.8L Petrol · OY03 FFT
2003 Rover 45 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 31/03/2003. Recorded mileage 67,142 miles. MOT valid until 01/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Oxford
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01/02/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 67,142 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 1796cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
OY03 FFT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/01/2026
- 67,142 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: Good
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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OY03 FFT Mileage History
- 24/01/202355,714 mi
- 15/01/202460,068 mi+4,354 mi
- 16/01/202460,068 mi
- 09/01/202564,144 mi+4,076 mi
- 05/01/202667,142 mi+2,998 mi
Average of roughly 3,876 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
OY03 FFT 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 (OY03 FFT) between January 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 05 January 2026 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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