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BN04 LWK

2004 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

6,575 mi
Last recorded6,575 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Rover 4549,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN04 LWK
MakeRover
Model45
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 6,575 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2025 6,533 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 6,496 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 6,448 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 6,277 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Jun 2021 6,219 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front and n\s\r (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 6,163 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front and nearside rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 6,047 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 5,873 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 5,659 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 5,410 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 5,126 miles

engine management light on.

Pass 18 Mar 2014 4,892 miles

eml on

Pass 8 Mar 2013 4,705 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

alternator light on

engine light on

Fail 27 Feb 2012 4,439 miles

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

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

front tyres cracking

Pass 27 Feb 2012 4,439 miles

front tyres cracking

Pass 8 Mar 2011 4,228 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 4,046 miles

eml on

Pass 20 Feb 2009 3,716 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 3,416 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 3,199 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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BN04 LWK is a 2004 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 BN04 LWK, 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 BN04 LWK registered?

BN04 LWK is a 2004 Rover 45, first registered on 12 March 2004.

Is BN04 LWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN04 LWK shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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