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HF51 BXB

2001 Rover 75

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

42,945 mi
Last recorded42,945 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2020
Typical for 2001 Rover 7584,636 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 BXB
MakeRover
Model75
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2020 42,945 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Feb 2020 42,774 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 24,738 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 24,439 miles

Full inspection of under body and under bonnet components not possible, covers fitted

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Nov 2016 24,170 miles

Full inspection of under bonnet and under vehicle components not possible, covers fitted

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded main (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded main (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 23,911 miles

Battery cover missing

Brake pipe slightly corroded main front to rear pipe around securing clips (3.6.B.2c)

Engine under tray fitted obscuring some components

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 23 Nov 2015 23,911 miles

Battery cover missing

Battery insecure Fitted incorrectly (1.9.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded main front to rear pipe around securing clips (3.6.B.2c)

Engine under tray fitted obscuring some components

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 23,626 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 23,456 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 22,096 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 21,659 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 18,240 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 16,336 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 15,517 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 13,550 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 10,807 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2006 10,807 miles

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

Deep cut in tread of nearside rear tyre.

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

How Reliable is the Rover 75?

Based on 1,365,354 MOT tests across 103,127 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
5,824
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
103,127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 82,341
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,582
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36,066
Registration plate lamp not working 33,396
Direction indicator incorrect colour 27,329
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HF51 BXB is a 2001 Rover 75 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2001 Rover 75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 84,636 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 75 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 82,341 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HF51 BXB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 75 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Rover 75 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HF51 BXB registered?

HF51 BXB is a 2001 Rover 75, first registered on 20 November 2001.

Is HF51 BXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF51 BXB shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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