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BG52 YAX

2003 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,506 mi
Last recorded49,506 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG52 YAX
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2017 49,506 miles

Front exhaust flexi covering partly adrift

Pass 26 Jan 2016 47,963 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 46,029 miles

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

no coolant in headertank

Fail 19 Jan 2015 46,029 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

no coolant in headertank

Pass 24 Jan 2014 44,108 miles

light scratchs front screen

Pass 12 Feb 2013 41,791 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2011 37,873 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Dec 2011 37,873 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 33,958 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 29,790 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 29,738 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front number plate loose

o/s/f brake reluctior ring cracked

Pass 16 Jan 2009 25,467 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 20,784 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 16,171 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2007 16,171 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jan 2006 12,161 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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BG52 YAX is a 2003 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Rover 45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 52,274 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 BG52 YAX, 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 23 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 BG52 YAX registered?

BG52 YAX is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 25 January 2003.

Is BG52 YAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG52 YAX shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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