2004 Rover 45 1.8L Petrol · YR04 BOV
2004 Rover 45 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 13/03/2004. Recorded mileage 119,435 miles. MOT valid until 04/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Sheffield
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04/10/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 119,435 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 1796cc
YR04 BOV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/09/2025
- 119,435 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
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.
YR04 BOV Mileage History
- 29/09/2023107,762 mi
- 04/10/2023107,768 mi+6 mi
- 27/09/2024113,617 mi+5,849 mi
- 25/09/2025119,435 mi+5,818 mi
- 25/09/2025119,435 mi
Average of roughly 5,862 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YR04 BOV 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 (YR04 BOV) between September 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 25 September 2025 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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