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AK52 YBJ

2002 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,342 mi
Last recorded33,342 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2021
Typical for 2002 Rover 4556,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 YBJ
MakeRover
Model45
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2021 33,342 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 32,843 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 32,168 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 31,018 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 28,163 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 26,369 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

Unable to check both outer sills due to covers fitted

Fail 5 Dec 2016 26,369 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

Unable to check both outer sills due to covers fitted

Pass 10 Dec 2015 25,498 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 24,382 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 23,152 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2013 23,152 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 21,965 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 20,700 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 19,508 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 19,505 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 9 Dec 2009 18,294 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2009 18,294 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 17,120 miles

rear tyres mishaped

Pass 22 Nov 2007 15,538 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 12,929 miles

both rear tyres wearing unevenly around inner edges

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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AK52 YBJ is a 2002 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AK52 YBJ, 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 AK52 YBJ registered?

AK52 YBJ is a 2002 Rover 45, first registered on 20 December 2002.

Is AK52 YBJ safe to buy?

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