2003 Rover 45 1.6L Petrol · PX53 UEB
2003 Rover 45 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/09/2003. Recorded mileage 102,808 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Carlisle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22/07/2025
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (28/04/2025)
- Recorded Mileage
- 102,808 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
PX53 UEB Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/07/2024
- 102,808 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
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.
PX53 UEB Mileage History
- 19/07/202290,538 mi
- 11/07/202396,881 mi+6,343 mi
- 01/07/2024102,808 mi+5,927 mi
Average of roughly 6,285 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
PX53 UEB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Rover 45 (PX53 UEB) between July 2022 and July 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 6 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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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