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NM04 HBC

2004 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

110,166 mi
Last recorded110,166 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2014
Typical for 2004 Rover 4549,972 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNM04 HBC
MakeRover
Model45
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2014 110,166 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2014 110,166 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 98,893 miles

brake pipes starting to show slight signs of corrosion

Pass 25 Oct 2011 88,560 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 76,040 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2010 76,040 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Oct 2009 63,857 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 52,607 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 52,607 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 37,430 miles

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

all wiper blades split

Fail 5 Jul 2007 37,430 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

all wiper blades split

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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NM04 HBC is a 2004 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 NM04 HBC, 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 NM04 HBC registered?

NM04 HBC is a 2004 Rover 45, first registered on 22 July 2004.

Is NM04 HBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for NM04 HBC shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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