2003 Rover 45 2.0L Diesel · WR53 FUT
2003 Rover 45 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 24/12/2003. Recorded mileage 89,970 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Bristol
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24/12/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 89,970 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 1994cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
WR53 FUT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 14/12/2023
- 89,970 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
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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WR53 FUT Mileage History
- 13/12/202186,104 mi
- 13/12/202186,104 mi
- 20/12/202288,043 mi+1,939 mi
- 21/12/202288,050 mi+7 mi
- 14/12/202389,970 mi+1,920 mi
Average of roughly 1,931 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WR53 FUT 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 (WR53 FUT) between December 2021 and December 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 14 December 2023 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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