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FH05 VJC

2005 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,708 mi
Last recorded82,708 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 Rover 4548,176 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 VJC
MakeRover
Model45
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2015 82,708 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Fail 21 Dec 2015 82,708 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 26 Jan 2015 77,869 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 77,869 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 74,664 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)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 58,152 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 43,011 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 24,987 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 22,886 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 18,633 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2008 13,896 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 27 May 2008 13,896 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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FH05 VJC is a 2005 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FH05 VJC, 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 FH05 VJC registered?

FH05 VJC is a 2005 Rover 45, first registered on 4 July 2005.

Is FH05 VJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH05 VJC shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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