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DF05 AFJ

2005 Rover 45

Gold Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

38,540 mi
Last recorded38,540 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Rover 4548,176 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF05 AFJ
MakeRover
Model45
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2023 38,540 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2022 31,038 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 25,352 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 24,627 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 24,624 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 24,574 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 23,495 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

all four tyres worn on inner shoulders

Pass 20 Jun 2014 23,495 miles

all four tyres worn on inner shoulders

Pass 26 Jun 2013 21,521 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 20,050 miles

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

both front tyres worn on inner shoulders

slight brake bind to offside front wheel

Pass 22 Jun 2011 17,499 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 17,479 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 15,394 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2009 12,604 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 9,085 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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DF05 AFJ is a 2005 Rover 45 in Gold with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DF05 AFJ, 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 DF05 AFJ registered?

DF05 AFJ is a 2005 Rover 45, first registered on 22 July 2005.

Is DF05 AFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF05 AFJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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