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FA53 NRX

2004 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

77,409 mi
Last recorded77,409 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2019
Typical for 2004 Rover 4549,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA53 NRX
MakeRover
Model45
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2019 77,409 miles

Central Rear bushes worn on both sides

under body and suspension parts corroded

Pass 10 Jul 2018 69,213 miles

under body corroded

Fail 9 Jul 2018 69,213 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

under body corroded

Pass 13 Jul 2017 64,988 miles

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

corrosion to all suspension components

Pass 23 Apr 2015 64,774 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 62,469 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 62,469 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 59,327 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 59,314 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 55,415 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 51,518 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 47,644 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2009 44,487 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 May 2008 39,362 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 27,424 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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FA53 NRX is a 2004 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FA53 NRX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FA53 NRX registered?

FA53 NRX is a 2004 Rover 45, first registered on 27 February 2004.

Is FA53 NRX safe to buy?

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