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SE53 VFJ

2004 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

58,190 mi
Last recorded58,190 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2019
Typical for 2004 Rover 4549,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE53 VFJ
MakeRover
Model45
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2019 58,190 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 53,696 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017
Pass 2 Aug 2016 47,668 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 45,164 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 45,164 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 43,718 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 27 May 2014 43,718 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 40,562 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 40,562 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Fail 21 Mar 2012 37,819 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 37,819 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 33,147 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 29,313 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2009 22,894 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2009 22,894 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 15,158 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 12,621 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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SE53 VFJ is a 2004 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 SE53 VFJ, 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

How do I check the history of SE53 VFJ?

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What year was SE53 VFJ registered?

SE53 VFJ is a 2004 Rover 45, first registered on 18 February 2004.

Is SE53 VFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SE53 VFJ shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SE53 VFJ have outstanding finance?

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