2004 Rover 45 1.8L Petrol · WF04 SOC
2004 Rover 45 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 28/05/2004. Recorded mileage 73,995 miles. MOT valid until 08/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Exeter
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08/10/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 73,995 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 1796cc
WF04 SOC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/10/2025
- 73,995 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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.
WF04 SOC Mileage History
- 22/08/202365,868 mi
- 02/08/202471,947 mi+6,079 mi
- 02/08/202471,947 mi
- 06/10/202573,971 mi+2,024 mi
- 09/10/202573,995 mi+24 mi
Average of roughly 3,810 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WF04 SOC 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 2004 Rover 45 (WF04 SOC) between August 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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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