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LB51 BNU

2001 Rover 75

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

999,999 mi
Last recorded999,999 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2015
Typical for 2001 Rover 7584,636 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB51 BNU
MakeRover
Model75
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Fail 15 Oct 2015 999,999 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam n/side front (1.7.5a)

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

Registration plate lamp not working o/side rear (1.1.C.1d)

Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement nearside front (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement offside front (2.4.G.2)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front and rear tyres below legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front washers not working (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 84,445 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 82,519 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 77,171 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 75,261 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 71,660 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 60,284 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 49,417 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 40,274 miles

near/side ear number/plate light tapped to come on

small dig in outer wall near side/front

very large undershield under engine

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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LB51 BNU is a 2001 Rover 75 in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LB51 BNU, 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 LB51 BNU registered?

LB51 BNU is a 2001 Rover 75, first registered on 9 December 2001.

Is LB51 BNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB51 BNU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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