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BD54 EYT

2004 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

86,993 mi
Last recorded86,993 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Rover 4549,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD54 EYT
MakeRover
Model45
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 86,993 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2025 84,351 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 81,852 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Feb 2024 81,849 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 79,353 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NS&OS trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 77,195 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 74,660 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Feb 2021 74,656 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2020 73,132 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 68,406 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 64,302 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 60,209 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 56,370 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 56,370 miles

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

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 52,239 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 23 Jan 2014 45,997 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 45,997 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 39,696 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 38,934 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 37,188 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 33,385 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2008 27,341 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 21,560 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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BD54 EYT is a 2004 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2004 Rover 45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 49,972 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 BD54 EYT, 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 22 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 BD54 EYT registered?

BD54 EYT is a 2004 Rover 45, first registered on 26 November 2004.

Is BD54 EYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD54 EYT shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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