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GU51 XSW

2001 Rover 45

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,878 mi
Last recorded94,878 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2017
Typical for 2001 Rover 4564,645 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 XSW
MakeRover
Model45
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2017 94,878 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 15 Sep 2017 94,878 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

185/65R14T

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

n/s/f tyre worn to 3mm & devoid of tread on inner edge

Pass 22 Sep 2016 91,829 miles

o/s/f outer cv boot becoming insecure

radiator in poor condition

rear trailing arm bushes beginning to deteriorate

Fail 22 Sep 2016 91,829 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

185/65R14T

o/s/f outer cv boot becoming insecure

radiator in poor condition

rear trailing arm bushes beginning to deteriorate

Pass 14 Sep 2015 88,774 miles

exhaust back box deteriorated & beginning to blow

o/s/f tyre worn to 4mm & devoid of tread on inner edge

Pass 11 Sep 2014 87,160 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 84,095 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 81,980 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 78,155 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 74,705 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 74,705 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 71,880 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 69,597 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 67,202 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 62,010 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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GU51 XSW is a 2001 Rover 45 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Rover 45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 64,645 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 GU51 XSW, 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 25 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 GU51 XSW registered?

GU51 XSW is a 2001 Rover 45, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is GU51 XSW safe to buy?

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