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HG05 LFF

2005 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

48,109 mi
Last recorded48,109 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Rover 4548,176 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 LFF
MakeRover
Model45
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2017 48,109 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 38,590 miles

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

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

Offside Rear passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed handle loose (6.2.B.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 14 Jan 2015 25,049 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2015 25,049 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 24,204 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2014 24,204 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 22,838 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 21,845 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 19,428 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2011 19,428 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2010 18,225 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 17,167 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2009 17,167 miles

Front Steering column retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Fail 20 Jun 2008 17,085 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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HG05 LFF is a 2005 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HG05 LFF, 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 HG05 LFF?

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What year was HG05 LFF registered?

HG05 LFF is a 2005 Rover 45, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is HG05 LFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG05 LFF shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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