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MF05 ACV

2005 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

85,374 mi
Last recorded85,374 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Rover 4548,176 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF05 ACV
MakeRover
Model45
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 85,374 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2026 85,374 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2025 82,300 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 77,719 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2024 77,719 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 74,817 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2023 74,817 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 71,003 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 67,019 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 63,439 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 59,486 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2019 59,486 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 56,388 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 56,388 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 51,502 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 47,859 miles

eml light on

Pass 15 Jun 2015 44,325 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 38,657 miles

engine managment light on

Pass 24 Jun 2013 34,139 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 24 Jun 2013 34,139 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 29,234 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 23,216 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 19,459 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 15,472 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 11,221 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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MF05 ACV is a 2005 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 2005 Rover 45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 48,176 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 MF05 ACV, 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 21 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 MF05 ACV registered?

MF05 ACV is a 2005 Rover 45, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is MF05 ACV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF05 ACV shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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