2003 Rover 45 1.6L Petrol · WJ53 YYX
2003 Rover 45 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 19/09/2003. Recorded mileage 76,796 miles. MOT valid until 06/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06/04/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 76,796 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 1588cc
WJ53 YYX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/04/2026
- 76,796 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 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: 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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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.
WJ53 YYX Mileage History
- 13/03/202575,487 mi
- 13/03/202575,487 mi
- 11/03/202676,785 mi+1,298 mi
- 02/04/202676,795 mi+10 mi
- 07/04/202676,796 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 1,226 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WJ53 YYX 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 (WJ53 YYX) between March 2025 and April 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 07 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 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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