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MX05 WHJ

2005 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,516 mi
Last recorded69,516 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Rover 4548,176 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX05 WHJ
MakeRover
Model45
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2019 69,516 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 64,052 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 60,481 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 57,253 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 51,567 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 45,670 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 38,297 miles

rear exhaust box corroded outter skin

Fail 28 Feb 2013 38,297 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

rear exhaust box corroded outter skin

Fail 9 Jul 2012 36,866 miles

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 36,866 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 32,480 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 32,480 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 29,077 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 24,405 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 18,886 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 18,886 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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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MX05 WHJ is a 2005 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MX05 WHJ, 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 MX05 WHJ registered?

MX05 WHJ is a 2005 Rover 45, first registered on 8 July 2005.

Is MX05 WHJ safe to buy?

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