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FY54 HTX

2004 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

80,293 mi
Last recorded80,293 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2016
Typical for 2004 Rover 4549,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY54 HTX
MakeRover
Model45
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2016 80,293 miles

Body has slight corrosion Underside of (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 Aug 2016 80,293 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Body has slight corrosion Underside of (6.1.B.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak ()

Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 79,537 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 79,027 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 6 Aug 2014 79,027 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Both front tyres close to limmit and perrished

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 76,561 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 71,543 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 71,543 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2011 67,204 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 60,054 miles

TYRES CRACKING ON SIDE WALLS

Pass 18 Nov 2009 51,438 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 41,550 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Nov 2007 31,413 miles

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

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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FY54 HTX is a 2004 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FY54 HTX, 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 FY54 HTX registered?

FY54 HTX is a 2004 Rover 45, first registered on 29 November 2004.

Is FY54 HTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY54 HTX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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