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GU05 XHH

2005 Rover 45

White Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

79,123 mi
Last recorded79,123 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Rover 4548,176 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 XHH
MakeRover
Model45
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 79,123 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush worn- advise replacement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated gaiter perished and starting to leak grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

corrosion on front floor pans

parking brake lever reserve travel slightly low

Fail 4 Feb 2026 79,115 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt gaiter split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm and worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Upper Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush worn- advise replacement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated gaiter perished and starting to leak grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Upper Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

corrosion on front floor pans

parking brake lever reserve travel slightly low

Pass 5 Feb 2025 70,537 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2025 70,537 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Apr 2024 60,666 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 May 2023 50,386 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 May 2022 41,125 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 May 2022 41,116 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 May 2021 31,169 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 28,050 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 26,447 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2019 26,447 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 24,957 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 24,049 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 23,096 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 21,870 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 21,870 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 19,466 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 15,954 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing low

Fail 4 Mar 2013 15,954 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside rear tyre wearing low

Pass 1 Mar 2012 14,184 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 8 Mar 2011 11,281 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 9,338 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 7,941 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 5,906 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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GU05 XHH is a 2005 Rover 45 in White with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 GU05 XHH, 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 GU05 XHH registered?

GU05 XHH is a 2005 Rover 45, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is GU05 XHH safe to buy?

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