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BK05 XVV

2005 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,192 mi
Last recorded22,192 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Rover 4548,176 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 XVV
MakeRover
Model45
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2019 22,192 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 7 May 2019 22,192 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

centre and rear exhaust system corroded but no leaks

Pass 30 Apr 2018 19,455 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 19,433 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 3 May 2017 18,985 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 17,822 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 16,798 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 7 May 2015 16,798 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 15,836 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 15,049 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 14,523 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 12,543 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2010 9,599 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 9,599 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 7,858 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 6,992 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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BK05 XVV is a 2005 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 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 XVV, 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.

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What year was BK05 XVV registered?

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

Is BK05 XVV safe to buy?

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