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BF51 ZXS

2001 Rover 75

Blue Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

118,665 mi
Last recorded118,665 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2020
Typical for 2001 Rover 7584,636 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF51 ZXS
MakeRover
Model75
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2020 118,665 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing * (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing * (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer sill covered in sealant

Pass 14 Jan 2020 117,254 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 116,599 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear outer wall slightly cracks

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust rear box outer skin slightly corroded

front & rear suspensions components slightly corroded

Pass 10 Jan 2018 116,456 miles

exhaust silencer corroded

Fail 10 Jan 2018 116,456 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 24 Jan 2017 115,135 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 113,053 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

backbox corroded

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 108,900 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 100,104 miles

Handbrake lever has little reserve travel.Both front tyres inner and outer edge low.Steering wheel bearing slight play.Offside rear light lamp slightly insecured.

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 15 Dec 2012 90,312 miles

Both rear tyres worn on outer edges.

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2012 90,312 miles

Both rear tyres worn on outer edges.

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 80,222 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 71,298 miles

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

Near side rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 10 Dec 2009 61,796 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2008 50,660 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 45,672 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 38,830 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 75?

Based on 1,365,354 MOT tests across 103,127 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
5,824
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
103,127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 82,341
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,582
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36,066
Registration plate lamp not working 33,396
Direction indicator incorrect colour 27,329
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BF51 ZXS is a 2001 Rover 75 in Blue with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2001 Rover 75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 84,636 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 75 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 82,341 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF51 ZXS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 75 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Rover 75 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF51 ZXS registered?

BF51 ZXS is a 2001 Rover 75, first registered on 24 December 2001.

Is BF51 ZXS safe to buy?

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