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BX05 XAZ

2005 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

86,683 mi
Last recorded86,683 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2016
Typical for 2005 Rover 4548,176 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX05 XAZ
MakeRover
Model45
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2016 86,683 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 83,115 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 70,885 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 13 Jun 2014 70,885 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 54,581 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 40,941 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2012 40,941 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 28,013 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2009 22,568 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Dec 2008 18,240 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008

both front tyres wear on inner 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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BX05 XAZ is a 2005 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BX05 XAZ, 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.

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What year was BX05 XAZ registered?

BX05 XAZ is a 2005 Rover 45, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is BX05 XAZ safe to buy?

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