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PY51 FHD

2001 Rover 45

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

101,683 mi
Last recorded101,683 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2019
Typical for 2001 Rover 4564,645 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY51 FHD
MakeRover
Model45
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2019 101,683 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 92,164 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 81,291 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2017 81,291 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2016 73,767 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 66,960 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2015 66,960 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 65,782 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 62,386 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 58,439 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 53,586 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 47,934 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 47,934 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 43,113 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 37,950 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 37,950 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2007 33,771 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 30,054 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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PY51 FHD is a 2001 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2001 Rover 45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 64,645 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 PY51 FHD, 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 25 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 PY51 FHD registered?

PY51 FHD is a 2001 Rover 45, first registered on 12 October 2001.

Is PY51 FHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY51 FHD shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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