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KV53 RXL

2004 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

68,861 mi
Last recorded68,861 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2018
Typical for 2004 Rover 4549,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Rover
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV53 RXL
MakeRover
Model45
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2018 68,861 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Rear 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 8 Dec 2017 68,150 miles

Advise slight bind at o/s/f wheel

Fail 8 Dec 2017 68,150 miles

Advise slight bind at o/s/f wheel

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

Pass 22 Nov 2016 66,417 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 66,417 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 61,869 miles

Advise slight bind at n/s/f wheel

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Dec 2014 57,920 miles

Advise rear exhaust knocking

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 22 Nov 2013 53,519 miles

advise o/s/r tyre rubs on exhaust when jacked up

Pass 14 Nov 2012 49,036 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 43,535 miles

Rear bumper insecure

Pass 22 Nov 2010 38,801 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 34,407 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 30,099 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 25,726 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 20,302 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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KV53 RXL is a 2004 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 KV53 RXL, 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 KV53 RXL registered?

KV53 RXL is a 2004 Rover 45, first registered on 14 January 2004.

Is KV53 RXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV53 RXL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KV53 RXL have outstanding finance?

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