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LM04 GVC

2004 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

126,477 mi
Last recorded126,477 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2020
Typical for 2004 Rover 4549,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM04 GVC
MakeRover
Model45
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2020 126,477 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 121,150 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2019 121,150 miles

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 114,669 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2018 114,669 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 102,964 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 95,323 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2016 95,323 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 87,012 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2014 79,654 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

both rear tyres getting low on tread(185/65/14H)

offside front tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 27 Nov 2014 79,654 miles

both rear tyres getting low on tread(185/65/14H)

offside front tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 13 May 2013 61,148 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 48,487 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 42,367 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 38,841 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 33,510 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 28,036 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 28,035 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 May 2007 19,463 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 19,463 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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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LM04 GVC is a 2004 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 LM04 GVC, 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 LM04 GVC registered?

LM04 GVC is a 2004 Rover 45, first registered on 28 May 2004.

Is LM04 GVC safe to buy?

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