2002 Rover 45 1.4L Petrol · PY51 OBA
2002 Rover 45 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 30/01/2002. Recorded mileage 78,273 miles. MOT valid until 01/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Carlisle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01/01/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 78,273 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2002
- Engine
- 1396cc
PY51 OBA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/12/2025
- 78,273 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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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.
PY51 OBA Mileage History
- 23/11/202268,316 mi
- 21/11/202368,377 mi+61 mi
- 26/11/202474,281 mi+5,904 mi
- 02/01/202574,291 mi+10 mi
- 09/12/202578,273 mi+3,982 mi
Average of roughly 3,271 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
PY51 OBA 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 2002 Rover 45 (PY51 OBA) between November 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 09 December 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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