2001 Rover 45 2.0L Diesel · Y807 EAS
2001 Rover 45 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31/07/2001. Recorded mileage 104,979 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07/02/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 104,979 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2001
- Engine
- 1994cc
Y807 EAS Key Findings
- 21 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/02/2022
- 104,979 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
Y807 EAS Mileage History
- 22/07/200540,197 mi
- 18/07/200651,305 mi+11,108 mi
- 18/06/200761,611 mi+10,306 mi
- 30/06/200868,283 mi+6,672 mi
- 04/06/200975,027 mi+6,744 mi
- 10/06/200975,027 mi
- 19/06/201081,604 mi+6,577 mi
- 29/06/201188,771 mi+7,167 mi
- 04/07/201188,820 mi+49 mi
- 16/07/201291,070 mi+2,250 mi
- 20/09/201392,842 mi+1,772 mi
- 05/09/201493,605 mi+763 mi
- 10/09/201594,239 mi+634 mi
- 12/09/201594,239 mi
- 13/09/201696,074 mi+1,835 mi
- 15/09/201797,638 mi+1,564 mi
- 02/11/201899,937 mi+2,299 mi
- 05/11/2019101,417 mi+1,480 mi
- 28/11/2019101,451 mi+34 mi
- 29/12/2020103,572 mi+2,121 mi
- 08/02/2022104,979 mi+1,407 mi
Average of roughly 3,914 miles per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.
Y807 EAS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Rover 45 (Y807 EAS) between July 2005 and February 2022.
The record contains 17 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 08 February 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (10 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 26 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural”; “Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”; “Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)”.
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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