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BN51 LFY

2001 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

85,840 mi
Last recorded85,840 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2018
Typical for 2001 Rover 4564,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN51 LFY
MakeRover
Model45
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2018 85,840 miles

exaust blow middle to back box

slight play in steering rack

Pass 7 Sep 2016 84,315 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 81,814 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 80,224 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 77,910 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 74,060 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 64,915 miles

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

abs ring n/s/f split

Pass 7 Sep 2010 57,048 miles

sill trims fitted, partial examination only

Pass 31 Mar 2010 56,328 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 50,408 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 44,086 miles

both rear trailing arm bushes splitting

Pass 21 Sep 2007 41,700 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 34,790 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2005 28,296 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

osf tyre only just legal at time of test scrubbing on inside edge

Pass 26 Sep 2005 28,296 miles

osf tyre only just legal at time of test scrubbing on inside edge

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 LFY is a 2001 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 BN51 LFY, 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

How do I check the history of BN51 LFY?

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What year was BN51 LFY registered?

BN51 LFY is a 2001 Rover 45, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is BN51 LFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN51 LFY shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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