2004 Rover 45 1.6L Petrol · WN04 FYB
2004 Rover 45 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 29/03/2004. Recorded mileage 91,743 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15/08/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 91,743 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 1588cc
WN04 FYB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 02/04/2026
- 91,743 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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.
WN04 FYB Mileage History
- 16/08/202383,347 mi
- 14/08/202484,022 mi+675 mi
- 04/12/202590,083 mi+6,061 mi
- 02/03/202691,334 mi+1,251 mi
- 02/04/202691,743 mi+409 mi
Average of roughly 3,195 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WN04 FYB 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 (WN04 FYB) between August 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 02 April 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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