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MF54 BGZ

2004 Rover 45

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

86,953 mi
Last recorded86,953 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2014
Typical for 2004 Rover 4549,972 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF54 BGZ
MakeRover
Model45
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2014 86,953 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 86,953 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 23 May 2013 84,066 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 80,829 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 80,829 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 69,683 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

both front tyres wearing uneven

Pass 5 Aug 2010 60,008 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 49,739 miles

Nearside rear brake binding slightly

Suspect front brake discs getting worn

Pass 6 Aug 2008 38,328 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 26,724 miles

all tyres wearing uneven and both front worn close to limits (under inflation)

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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MF54 BGZ is a 2004 Rover 45 in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MF54 BGZ, 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 MF54 BGZ registered?

MF54 BGZ is a 2004 Rover 45, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is MF54 BGZ safe to buy?

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