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RO51 XLS

2001 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

15,272 mi
Last recorded15,272 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2019
Typical for 2001 Rover 4564,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO51 XLS
MakeRover
Model45
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2019 15,272 miles

Exhaust leaks

Fail 10 Apr 2019 15,272 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust leaks

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 9,471 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2018 9,471 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2017 2,573 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 2,540 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 2,455 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 2,366 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 2,265 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 2,185 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 2,080 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 2,004 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 1,872 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 1,872 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2006 1,694 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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RO51 XLS is a 2001 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RO51 XLS, 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 RO51 XLS registered?

RO51 XLS is a 2001 Rover 45, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is RO51 XLS safe to buy?

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