2003 Rover 45 1.6L Petrol · VA03 WDW
2003 Rover 45 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 29/08/2003. Recorded mileage 139,912 miles. MOT valid until 05/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Worcester
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05/12/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 139,912 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 1589cc
VA03 WDW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/12/2025
- 139,912 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.
VA03 WDW Mileage History
- 06/12/2022136,272 mi
- 22/11/2023137,605 mi+1,333 mi
- 20/11/2024138,716 mi+1,111 mi
- 01/12/2025139,912 mi+1,196 mi
- 02/12/2025139,912 mi
Average of roughly 1,218 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
VA03 WDW 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 (VA03 WDW) between December 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 02 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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