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AF52 UPV

2002 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

146,611 mi
Last recorded146,611 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2017
Typical for 2002 Rover 4556,886 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF52 UPV
MakeRover
Model45
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2017 146,611 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside park brake only just passed

Pass 22 Feb 2016 131,400 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on the edges

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Feb 2016 131,396 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front tyre wearing on the edges

Nearside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 121,108 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2014 121,108 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 113,340 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight leak from rear silencer

Fail 13 Nov 2013 113,340 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight leak from rear silencer

Pass 30 Nov 2012 106,175 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2012 106,175 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 98,140 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 90,011 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 80,696 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 71,211 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 61,413 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 51,158 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 40,668 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Rover 45?

Based on 849,212 MOT tests across 72,661 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
5,217
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
72,661
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 48,934
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 22,560
Stop lamp not working 21,816
Brake pipe excessively corroded 21,244
constant velocity joint gaiter split 16,014
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AF52 UPV is a 2002 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Rover 45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 56,886 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 45 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 48,934 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF52 UPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 45 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 24 years old, this Rover 45 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AF52 UPV?

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What year was AF52 UPV registered?

AF52 UPV is a 2002 Rover 45, first registered on 6 December 2002.

Is AF52 UPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF52 UPV shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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