2004 Rover 45 2.0L Diesel · YP54 POV
2004 Rover 45 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 27/10/2004. Recorded mileage 127,536 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Sheffield
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/08/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 127,536 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 1994cc
YP54 POV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 06/08/2026
- 127,536 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 13 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
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.
YP54 POV Mileage History
- 23/08/2023119,344 mi
- 30/08/2023119,411 mi+67 mi
- 06/08/2024122,421 mi+3,010 mi
- 15/08/2025125,481 mi+3,060 mi
- 06/08/2026127,536 mi+2,055 mi
Average of roughly 2,773 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YP54 POV 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 (YP54 POV) between August 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 06 August 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Windscreen (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 29 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: “Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill ”; “Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer”; “Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer ”.
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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