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BK05 XSZ

2005 Rover 45

Grey Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

12,706 mi
Last recorded12,706 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2014
Typical for 2005 Rover 4548,176 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 XSZ
MakeRover
Model45
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2014 12,706 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 12,098 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 12,098 miles

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

n/s rear tyre cracked/perished chords not yet exposed

o/s front tyre cracked and perished chords not yet exposed

Pass 11 Dec 2012 11,159 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both front tyres split/cracked on outer edges

Fail 12 Dec 2011 10,043 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s/f and o/s/f wipers badly split but cleaning screen

Pass 12 Dec 2011 10,043 miles

n/s/f and o/s/f wipers badly split but cleaning screen

Pass 6 Jan 2011 8,913 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2010 8,913 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 6,616 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 8 Apr 2008 5,018 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 5,018 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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 XSZ is a 2005 Rover 45 in Grey with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 BK05 XSZ, 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 XSZ registered?

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

Is BK05 XSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK05 XSZ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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