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BG54 EVL

2004 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

100,185 mi
Last recorded100,185 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 2004 Rover 4549,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG54 EVL
MakeRover
Model45
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 100,185 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2019 100,185 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 92,104 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 92,095 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 79,284 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 65,347 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 65,347 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 59,917 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 52,110 miles

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

Fail 15 Oct 2012 52,094 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2011 46,507 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 40,968 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 33,665 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 25,722 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 17,481 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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BG54 EVL is a 2004 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BG54 EVL, 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 BG54 EVL registered?

BG54 EVL is a 2004 Rover 45, first registered on 9 November 2004.

Is BG54 EVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG54 EVL shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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