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AU05 LXR

2005 Rover 45

Red Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,941 mi
Last recorded42,941 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2013
Typical for 2005 Rover 4548,176 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 LXR
MakeRover
Model45
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2013 42,941 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Sep 2012 29,240 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 17,171 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

o/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 21 Sep 2010 15,428 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 13,575 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 13,131 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 10,351 miles

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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AU05 LXR is a 2005 Rover 45 in Red with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Rover 45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 48,176 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 AU05 LXR, 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 21 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 AU05 LXR?

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What year was AU05 LXR registered?

AU05 LXR is a 2005 Rover 45, first registered on 19 August 2005.

Is AU05 LXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 LXR shows 7 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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