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BN51 LFX

2001 Rover 45

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2016
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

124,466 mi
Last recorded124,466 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2015
Typical for 2001 Rover 4564,645 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN51 LFX
MakeRover
Model45
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2015 124,466 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)

Fail 14 Nov 2015 124,462 miles

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

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 15 Dec 2014 106,709 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Dec 2014 109,635 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 103,410 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Inner Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

front number plate slight crack

rear axle bushes deteriorated slightly but no excessive movement

Pass 17 Dec 2012 98,232 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 98,222 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2011 92,930 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 87,181 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 87,181 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 79,472 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 69,785 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2008 69,728 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 15 Nov 2007 61,588 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 61,588 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 52,549 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2006 52,549 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2005 44,033 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 41,896 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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BN51 LFX is a 2001 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2001 Rover 45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 64,645 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 BN51 LFX, 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 25 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 BN51 LFX registered?

BN51 LFX is a 2001 Rover 45, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is BN51 LFX safe to buy?

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