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BU54 OMX

2005 Rover 45

Silver Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

117,479 mi
Last recorded117,479 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Rover 4548,176 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU54 OMX
MakeRover
Model45
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2019 117,479 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 93,648 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 81,021 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 70,517 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 55,010 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 43,768 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 32,518 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 30,388 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

head light washers inop

smoke emissions high

Fail 17 Sep 2012 30,388 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

head light washers inop

smoke emissions high

Pass 17 Oct 2011 22,995 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside front tyre has slight damage on sidewall

Fail 17 Oct 2011 22,995 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside front tyre has slight damage on sidewall

Pass 20 Dec 2010 15,535 miles

both rear tyres slightly miss-shaped on inner edges

Pass 19 Jan 2010 13,023 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 13,023 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jan 2009 9,271 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 6,999 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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BU54 OMX is a 2005 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BU54 OMX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU54 OMX?

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What year was BU54 OMX registered?

BU54 OMX is a 2005 Rover 45, first registered on 18 January 2005.

Is BU54 OMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU54 OMX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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