2005 Rover 45 1.4L Petrol · SP05 FDN
2005 Rover 45 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 30 Jul 2005. Recorded mileage 63,667 miles. MOT expired on 10 Sept 2024.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Dundee
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 10 Sept 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 63,667 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SP05 FDN Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/08/2023
- 63,667 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SP05 FDN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Rover 45 (SP05 FDN) between September 2022 and August 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 August 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (11 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))”; “Horn not working (7.7 (a))”; “Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))”.
SP05 FDN Mileage History
- 05/09/202261,538 mi
- 07/09/202261,539 mi+1 mi
- 14/08/202363,666 mi+2,127 mi
- 15/08/202363,667 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 2,259 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
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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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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- K-Series Head Gasket FailureSerious
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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