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RL54 GVM

2005 Rover 45

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,691 mi
Last recorded52,691 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 Rover 4548,176 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL54 GVM
MakeRover
Model45
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2016 52,691 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged glass loose ()

Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides, slightly cracked/perished (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres 3mm and worn smooth on edges

front brake discs slightly corroded

front wipers poor

rear exhaust section slightly deteriorated

Pass 26 Oct 2015 47,433 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 42,593 miles

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

Offside Rear passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Pass 14 May 2013 37,703 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 31,886 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 31,871 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 24,662 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 22,858 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2010 22,858 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2009 19,725 miles

both rear tyres have deep cracks to outer side walls

Pass 28 Jan 2008 16,394 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Fail 28 Jan 2008 16,394 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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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RL54 GVM is a 2005 Rover 45 in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 RL54 GVM, 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.

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What year was RL54 GVM registered?

RL54 GVM is a 2005 Rover 45, first registered on 25 February 2005.

Is RL54 GVM safe to buy?

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