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MK54 YFA

2004 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

70,830 mi
Last recorded70,830 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2016
Typical for 2004 Rover 4549,972 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK54 YFA
MakeRover
Model45
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2016 70,830 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 59,812 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 41,591 miles

exhaust center corroded

Fail 12 Jul 2013 29,190 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 29,190 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 25,507 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 25,507 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 21,235 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 16,612 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 16,612 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

advise rear wiper split

Pass 26 May 2009 11,605 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 6,851 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 1,998 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 YFA is a 2004 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 MK54 YFA, 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 YFA registered?

MK54 YFA is a 2004 Rover 45, first registered on 13 October 2004.

Is MK54 YFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK54 YFA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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