2002 Rover 45 1.4L Petrol · VO52 XDC
2002 Rover 45 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 30/09/2002. Recorded mileage 50,727 miles. MOT valid until 24/08/2027.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Worcester
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24/08/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 50,727 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
VO52 XDC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/08/2026
- 50,727 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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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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.
VO52 XDC Mileage History
- 06/04/202250,708 mi
- 23/05/202350,714 mi+6 mi
- 23/05/202350,714 mi
- 14/08/202650,722 mi+8 mi
- 26/08/202650,727 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 4 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
VO52 XDC 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 (VO52 XDC) between April 2022 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 August 2026 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: Brakes (9 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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: “Front Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))”; “Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”; “Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))”.
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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