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AK02 VBZ

2002 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,003 mi
Last recorded60,003 miles
Recorded on30 May 2013
Typical for 2002 Rover 4556,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK02 VBZ
MakeRover
Model45
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 30 May 2013 60,003 miles

advise rear tyres.

advise front wipers.

Pass 31 May 2012 54,805 miles

rear exhaust in poor condition

Pass 24 May 2011 51,649 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 48,707 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 43,865 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 37,535 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 31,191 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 25,413 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

unable to see brake pads

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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AK02 VBZ is a 2002 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AK02 VBZ, 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

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What year was AK02 VBZ registered?

AK02 VBZ is a 2002 Rover 45, first registered on 7 June 2002.

Is AK02 VBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK02 VBZ shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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