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KU54 NWZ

2004 Rover 45

Gold Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

80,794 mi
Last recorded80,794 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Rover 4549,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU54 NWZ
MakeRover
Model45
Year2004
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 80,794 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 80,721 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 79,260 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 78,394 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 77,189 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 29 Jul 2022 77,189 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2021 75,940 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 74,394 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 73,222 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 71,642 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2018 71,628 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2017 46,931 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 66,589 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 63,904 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 61,217 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 58,652 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2013 58,652 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2012 57,279 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 57,278 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 50,780 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 44,935 miles

both rear trailling arm bushs starting to split

front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 31 Jul 2009 34,713 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 26,825 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 18,919 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 17,816 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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KU54 NWZ is a 2004 Rover 45 in Gold with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 KU54 NWZ, 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 KU54 NWZ registered?

KU54 NWZ is a 2004 Rover 45, first registered on 24 September 2004.

Is KU54 NWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU54 NWZ shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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