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BX05 XEB

2005 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

87,598 mi
Last recorded87,598 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Rover 4548,176 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX05 XEB
MakeRover
Model45
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2017 87,598 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2017 87,598 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 68,378 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 66,506 miles

both rear radius arm bushes worn

headlamps cloudy

Pass 8 Dec 2014 64,625 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 63,300 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2012 61,903 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2011 59,985 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 58,209 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 54,950 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 42,907 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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BX05 XEB is a 2005 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 XEB, 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

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What year was BX05 XEB registered?

BX05 XEB is a 2005 Rover 45, first registered on 25 March 2005.

Is BX05 XEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX05 XEB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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