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LV54 VZF

2004 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

61,070 mi
Last recorded61,070 miles
Recorded on12 May 2023
Typical for 2004 Rover 4549,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV54 VZF
MakeRover
Model45
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2023 61,070 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 11 May 2023 61,063 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 11 May 2022 54,046 miles

Exhaust system corroded (slight leaks)

Front brake pads wearing thin

Slight oil leak from engine area

Slight oil leak from offside (inner) driveshaft oil seal

Pass 25 May 2021 50,436 miles

Central / rear exhaust joint corroded

Pass 23 Jun 2020 47,489 miles

damage to n/s front tyre sidewall

Fail 23 Jun 2020 47,489 miles

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

damage to n/s front tyre sidewall

Pass 28 Jun 2019 44,486 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Jun 2019 44,483 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 39,569 miles

Both front tyres nearing limit

Offside front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorating

Offside rear tyre nearing limit

Fail 12 Jun 2018 39,569 miles

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

Both front tyres nearing limit

Offside front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorating

Offside rear tyre nearing limit

Pass 21 Jun 2017 34,504 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 34,407 miles

Front Both N/S and O/S CV gaitors are perished

Nearside Rear Tyre is wearing close to the tread markers

Offside Front Tyre is wearing lower on inner edge

Pass 9 Nov 2015 33,151 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 31,931 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 29,607 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 27,486 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 24,730 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 22,852 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 19,629 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 16,142 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 12,498 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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LV54 VZF is a 2004 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 LV54 VZF, 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 LV54 VZF registered?

LV54 VZF is a 2004 Rover 45, first registered on 29 November 2004.

Is LV54 VZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV54 VZF shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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