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FD54 VRJ

2004 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

56,436 mi
Last recorded56,436 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2018
Typical for 2004 Rover 4549,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD54 VRJ
MakeRover
Model45
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2018 56,436 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 53,718 miles

Nearside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 51,251 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 47,694 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2014 44,244 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 40,467 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2012 36,905 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 31,877 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Nov 2010 28,627 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 28,627 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 23,779 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 19,262 miles

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

uneven wear on rear tyres getting low

Fail 18 Nov 2008 19,262 miles

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

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

uneven wear on rear tyres getting low

Pass 21 Nov 2007 15,884 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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FD54 VRJ is a 2004 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FD54 VRJ, 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

How do I check the history of FD54 VRJ?

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What year was FD54 VRJ registered?

FD54 VRJ is a 2004 Rover 45, first registered on 30 November 2004.

Is FD54 VRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD54 VRJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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