2002 · 22 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2002 Rover 45 MOT pass rate and common faults

356 MOT tests in 2024. 55.9% passed first time, compared with 58.1% for all cars the same age.

96Below average
Passed first time55.9%
Failed or needed repairs44.1%
Typical mileage at test72,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 356 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength10.7%
  2. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt6.7%
  3. SRS malfunction indicator lamp: warning lamp indicates a fault5.6%
  4. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases5.1%
  5. Service brake performance: excessively binding4.5%
  6. Stop lamp: not working4.5%
  7. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively3.4%
  8. Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements2.8%
  9. Sub-frame mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength2.5%
  10. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced2.5%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Suspension21.9%
  2. Lights & electrics20.2%
  3. Body & chassis19.7%
  4. Brakes17.1%
  5. Emissions & leaks10.1%
  6. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)7.0%
  7. Tyres7.0%
  8. Seat belts & airbags6.7%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Suspension arms - pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn17.1%
  2. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure14.3%
  3. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm14.0%
  4. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded14.0%
  5. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine10.1%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2002 Rover 45?

In 2024, 55.9% of 2002 Rover 45 cars passed their MOT first time, across 356 tests. The average for all 22-year-old cars was 58.1%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2002 Rover 45?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; srs malfunction indicator lamp: warning lamp indicates a fault. The biggest problem area was suspension.

Is the 2002 Rover 45 reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 96, which is below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).