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BX04 XMG

2004 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

83,337 mi
Last recorded83,337 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2015
Typical for 2004 Rover 4549,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX04 XMG
MakeRover
Model45
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2015 83,337 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 78,034 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2013 71,923 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2013 71,923 miles

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 66,881 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2011 63,244 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2011 63,244 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2010 58,412 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 52,877 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 43,840 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 43,840 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2007 30,512 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brakes squeeling

n/s front brake rubbing slightly

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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BX04 XMG is a 2004 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,588cc 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 BX04 XMG, 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

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What year was BX04 XMG registered?

BX04 XMG is a 2004 Rover 45, first registered on 19 March 2004.

Is BX04 XMG safe to buy?

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