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BN51 YFH

2001 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

148,281 mi
Last recorded148,281 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2020
Typical for 2001 Rover 4564,645 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN51 YFH
MakeRover
Model45
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2020 148,281 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2020 148,281 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Central Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 16 May 2019 141,954 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 141,954 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 22 May 2018 135,654 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 126,043 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 122,423 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 122,423 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 May 2015 111,076 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 111,076 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 28 May 2014 100,057 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 100,057 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

O/S/F Tyre wearing on outer edge.

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 92,257 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 84,568 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 68,178 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 62,721 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 57,765 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 51,784 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2008 51,783 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2007 44,680 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 38,658 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 YFH is a 2001 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YFH, 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 YFH registered?

BN51 YFH is a 2001 Rover 45, first registered on 29 September 2001.

Is BN51 YFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN51 YFH shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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