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BG04 ERX

2004 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

139,496 mi
Last recorded139,496 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Rover 4549,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG04 ERX
MakeRover
Model45
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 16 Oct 2025 139,496 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 127,167 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 113,473 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 101,057 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 88,950 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 76,591 miles

Exhaust back box detereating

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 66,552 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2018 56,495 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2016 56,160 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 55,080 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 53,955 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 52,671 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 47,836 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 42,291 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 37,193 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 31,296 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 25,275 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 19,213 miles

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

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

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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BG04 ERX is a 2004 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BG04 ERX, 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 BG04 ERX registered?

BG04 ERX is a 2004 Rover 45, first registered on 24 April 2004.

Is BG04 ERX safe to buy?

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