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BD02 EPX

2002 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

91,089 mi
Last recorded91,089 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2013
Typical for 2002 Rover 4556,886 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD02 EPX
MakeRover
Model45
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2013 91,089 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 68,060 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

corrosion to parts of exhaust system

parts of tread on n/s/f tyre less than 2mm

poor aim from washers

tread on o/s/r less than 2mm recommend tyres to be replaced

unable to fully check outer body sills due to trim covers

Fail 12 Jun 2012 86,059 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

corrosion to parts of exhaust system

parts of tread on n/s/f tyre less than 2mm

poor aim from washers

tread on o/s/r less than 2mm recommend tyres to be replaced

unable to fully check outer body sills due to trim covers

Pass 21 Jun 2011 82,965 miles

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

Plastic covers fitted to outer sills.

Pass 21 Jun 2010 80,729 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 80,729 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 May 2009 74,544 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 74,544 miles

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

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2008 68,358 miles

front number plate damaged

Pass 14 May 2007 58,441 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 47,671 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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BD02 EPX is a 2002 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BD02 EPX, 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 BD02 EPX registered?

BD02 EPX is a 2002 Rover 45, first registered on 19 April 2002.

Is BD02 EPX safe to buy?

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