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DG04 MLK

2004 Rover 45

Green Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2024
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,196 mi
Last recorded94,196 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2023
Typical for 2004 Rover 4549,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG04 MLK
MakeRover
Model45
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 21 Mar 2023 94,196 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security near seat fixing (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under body as slight corrosion

Pass 23 Mar 2022 92,138 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under body as slight corrosion

Pass 23 Mar 2021 90,085 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 88,020 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 85,340 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 82,216 miles

sills covered not allowing full inspection

Pass 21 Mar 2017 79,207 miles

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

Offside 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 17 Mar 2016 73,736 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 67,937 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 61,215 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 56,137 miles

n/s/r brake binding

Pass 20 Mar 2012 51,013 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 45,931 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 40,405 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 35,335 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 30,994 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear 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 26 Feb 2007 25,906 miles

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

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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DG04 MLK is a 2004 Rover 45 in Green with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DG04 MLK, 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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What year was DG04 MLK registered?

DG04 MLK is a 2004 Rover 45, first registered on 18 March 2004.

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