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RX06 GXV

2006 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

90,600 mi
Last recorded90,600 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Rover 4546,724 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX06 GXV
MakeRover
Model45
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 90,600 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2024 90,223 miles

Various suspension components + chassis - undersealed

Fail 6 Nov 2024 90,223 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Various suspension components + chassis - undersealed

Pass 1 Nov 2023 89,790 miles

Rear Fuel tank - corroded

Various suspension components - corroded

Pass 2 Nov 2022 89,104 miles

Fuel tank corroded

Various suspension components - corroded

Pass 2 Nov 2021 87,609 miles

fuel tank slight surface corrosion

various suspension components corroding

Pass 29 Jan 2020 87,176 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jan 2020 87,175 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2017 85,570 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 84,783 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 83,613 miles

both front tyre cutting out on inner edge

Pass 15 Aug 2013 78,905 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 78,584 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

coolant low

Pass 27 Jul 2012 65,831 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 63,579 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 63,579 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2011 56,913 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 56,913 miles

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 54,590 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 47,199 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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RX06 GXV is a 2006 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 Rover 45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 46,724 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 RX06 GXV, 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 20 years old, this Rover 45 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX06 GXV registered?

RX06 GXV is a 2006 Rover 45, first registered on 9 March 2006.

Is RX06 GXV safe to buy?

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