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DF04 BKA

2004 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2024
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

40,911 mi
Last recorded40,911 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2024
Typical for 2004 Rover 4549,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF04 BKA
MakeRover
Model45
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Fail 2 Feb 2024 40,911 miles

Offside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 40,403 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2023 40,401 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective rubber missing (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 39,708 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2022 39,706 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective missing (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 38,376 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2021 38,376 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

rear exhaust rubber missing

Pass 17 Jun 2020 37,775 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2020 37,770 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure rubbers bkn (6.1.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 36,998 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2019 36,993 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 May 2018 36,261 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 36,261 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 35,098 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 35,098 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 33,313 miles

Centre exhaust corroded

Oil leak ()

under body corrosion

Pass 9 Jun 2015 31,746 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 29,801 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 27,590 miles

sill covers

Pass 11 Jun 2012 25,428 miles

exhaust corroding

o/s/r tyre worn

Pass 8 Jun 2011 23,272 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

middle to rear exhaust system deteriorated

o/s/r tyre worn

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 9 Jun 2010 21,333 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2009 18,567 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 15,672 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 15,672 miles

Nearside Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Steering locking device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Fail 12 Jun 2007 12,036 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

front brakes noisey

Pass 12 Jun 2007 12,036 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

front brakes noisey

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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DF04 BKA is a 2004 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DF04 BKA, 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.

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DF04 BKA is a 2004 Rover 45, first registered on 16 June 2004.

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