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BW04 RXB

2004 Rover 45

Black Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,588 mi
Last recorded74,588 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2016
Typical for 2004 Rover 4549,972 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW04 RXB
MakeRover
Model45
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2016 74,588 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 71,431 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 69,930 miles

exhaust centre section corroded

Pass 22 Feb 2013 68,361 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 67,332 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 67,332 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 620,052 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 62,052 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2010 50,479 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 50,479 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)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 38,449 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 22,866 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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BW04 RXB is a 2004 Rover 45 in Black with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BW04 RXB, 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

How do I check the history of BW04 RXB?

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What year was BW04 RXB registered?

BW04 RXB is a 2004 Rover 45, first registered on 24 June 2004.

Is BW04 RXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW04 RXB shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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