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BK05 XSM

2005 Rover 45

Black Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

394,179 mi
Last recorded394,179 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Rover 4548,176 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 XSM
MakeRover
Model45
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 20 Nov 2018 394,179 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2017 38,945 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 38,294 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 37,413 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 36,101 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 35,103 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 33,597 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)

Pass 20 Feb 2012

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 27,289 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 23,561 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 17,962 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2009 17,940 miles

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

Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

handbrake travel

slight runout front brake and slightly uneven and front brake pads on limits

Pass 21 Feb 2008 10,619 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 10,619 miles

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

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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BK05 XSM is a 2005 Rover 45 in Black with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2005 Rover 45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 48,176 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 BK05 XSM, 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 21 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 BK05 XSM registered?

BK05 XSM is a 2005 Rover 45, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is BK05 XSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK05 XSM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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