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BF02 EXE

2002 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

84,699 mi
Last recorded84,699 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2015
Typical for 2002 Rover 4556,886 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF02 EXE
MakeRover
Model45
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2015 84,699 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 75,737 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Fail 19 Feb 2014 75,737 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2013 66,510 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 61,682 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 59,071 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 56,239 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 56,235 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

nearside and offside outer sills have plastic covering preventing full inspection.

Pass 3 Mar 2009 52,585 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2009 52,585 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 47,444 miles

rear exhaust section corroded

Pass 2 Mar 2007 42,255 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 36,517 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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BF02 EXE is a 2002 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BF02 EXE, 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 BF02 EXE registered?

BF02 EXE is a 2002 Rover 45, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is BF02 EXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF02 EXE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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