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FX55 RFE

2005 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,986 mi
Last recorded29,986 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2014
Typical for 2005 Rover 4548,176 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX55 RFE
MakeRover
Model45
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2014 29,986 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 27,980 miles

rear position lamps reacting with rear indicators however not adversley

Pass 22 Oct 2012 25,356 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 22,088 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 19,022 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 15,803 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 12,270 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 12,269 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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FX55 RFE is a 2005 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FX55 RFE, 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

How do I check the history of FX55 RFE?

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What year was FX55 RFE registered?

FX55 RFE is a 2005 Rover 45, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is FX55 RFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX55 RFE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FX55 RFE have outstanding finance?

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