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MK54 UWT

2004 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

129,426 mi
Last recorded129,426 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2015
Typical for 2004 Rover 4549,972 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK54 UWT
MakeRover
Model45
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2015 129,426 miles

EML ON

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Offside Rear tyre nail

Pass 19 Nov 2014 119,565 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

engine man light on

Pass 27 Nov 2013 106,756 miles

engine mil light on

Fail 23 Nov 2013 106,568 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

engine mil light on

Fail 5 Nov 2012 91,458 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

engine mil light on.

Pass 5 Nov 2012 91,458 miles

engine mil light on.

Pass 16 Aug 2011 76,010 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 70,727 miles

off side rear trailing arm bush starting to split

Fail 17 Aug 2010 70,727 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

off side rear trailing arm bush starting to split

Pass 14 Sep 2009 62,541 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 50,940 miles

O/S/R TRAILING ARM BUSH STARTING TO SPLIT

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

power steering belt replaced under prs system

Pass 11 Sep 2008 50,940 miles

O/S/R TRAILING ARM BUSH STARTING TO SPLIT

power steering belt replaced under prs system

Pass 11 Sep 2007 38,904 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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MK54 UWT is a 2004 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 MK54 UWT, 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 MK54 UWT registered?

MK54 UWT is a 2004 Rover 45, first registered on 14 September 2004.

Is MK54 UWT safe to buy?

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