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KX54 RSU

2004 Rover 45

Black Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

80,743 mi
Last recorded80,743 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2012
Typical for 2004 Rover 4549,972 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX54 RSU
MakeRover
Model45
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2012 80,743 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2012 80,709 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both front tyres are bald on the inner edges of tread and only just legal

brake service

exaust rubber mounts are split and perrished

off side front brake pads look low

rear bumper is loose on its fixings

sill covers fitted and unable to inspect outer sill members

Pass 7 Oct 2011 71,692 miles

n/r door handle broken

Fail 7 Oct 2011 71,692 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

n/r door handle broken

Pass 22 Oct 2010 63,319 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)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 50,792 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 38,367 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 38,367 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 25,095 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2007 25,095 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

offside front tyre bald on inner edge

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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KX54 RSU is a 2004 Rover 45 in Black with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 KX54 RSU, 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 KX54 RSU registered?

KX54 RSU is a 2004 Rover 45, first registered on 26 October 2004.

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