2003 Rover 45 1.8L Petrol · WN03 OVJ
2003 Rover 45 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 07/05/2003. Recorded mileage 63,297 miles. MOT valid until 03/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Bristol
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 63,297 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 1796cc
WN03 OVJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/03/2026
- 63,297 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.
WN03 OVJ Mileage History
- 27/03/202461,461 mi
- 11/03/202562,348 mi+887 mi
- 12/03/202562,353 mi+5 mi
- 24/02/202663,296 mi+943 mi
- 04/03/202663,297 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 948 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WN03 OVJ 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 (WN03 OVJ) between March 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 04 March 2026 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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