2003 Rover 45 1.8L Petrol · YY53 FEX
2003 Rover 45 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 19/09/2003. Recorded mileage 53,083 miles. MOT valid until 19/09/2026.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 45
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Beverley / Hull
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19/09/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 53,083 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 1796cc
YY53 FEX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/09/2025
- 53,083 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
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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.
YY53 FEX Mileage History
- 05/09/202349,835 mi
- 03/09/202451,208 mi+1,373 mi
- 06/09/202451,209 mi+1 mi
- 02/09/202553,081 mi+1,872 mi
- 03/09/202553,083 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 1,627 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YY53 FEX 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 (YY53 FEX) between September 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 03 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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