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MF05 EXJ

2005 Rover 45

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

86,079 mi
Last recorded86,079 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Rover 4548,176 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF05 EXJ
MakeRover
Model45
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2017 86,079 miles

underbody front jacking points coroded.fuel tank coroded

Fail 16 Jan 2017 86,079 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both sides (1.8.A.1b)

underbody front jacking points coroded.fuel tank coroded

Pass 20 Jan 2016 74,941 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2016 74,941 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front jack points coroded

Pass 21 Jan 2015 63,845 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 52,576 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2014 52,576 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 43,573 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 38,818 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 33,972 miles

o/s n/s plastic sill covers fittewd

o/s n/s rear childs seat fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2010 29,054 miles

plastic sill covers fitted to o/s n/s sills

Pass 23 Feb 2009 22,693 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Feb 2009 22,693 miles

Front Bonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated (8.4.2)

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

Nearside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 29 Feb 2008 18,275 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 EXJ is a 2005 Rover 45 in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 MF05 EXJ, 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 EXJ registered?

MF05 EXJ is a 2005 Rover 45, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is MF05 EXJ safe to buy?

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