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SG51 FUF

2001 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

55,903 mi
Last recorded55,903 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2024
Typical for 2001 Rover 4564,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG51 FUF
MakeRover
Model45
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2024 55,903 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside mirror slightly loose

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Jul 2024 55,902 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside mirror slightly loose

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 54,980 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 53,928 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 53,053 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2020 52,120 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Aug 2020 52,119 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2019 50,722 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 49,485 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm 175/65/14 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front wiper torn at end but still clearing ok

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm 175/65/14 (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 5 Apr 2017 48,038 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexi (7.1.2)

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 4 Apr 2016 46,641 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 45,089 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 45,076 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 43,867 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

advise both rear tyres uneven wear on inner and outer edges

Pass 5 Apr 2013 41,564 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Apr 2013 41,559 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 39,885 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 37,923 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 36,240 miles

advise front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

advise nearside front tyre worn on inner and outer edge

advise nearside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 2 Apr 2009 34,270 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 2 Apr 2009 34,268 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 30,538 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 28,841 miles

Offside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2006 26,406 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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SG51 FUF is a 2001 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 SG51 FUF, 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

How do I check the history of SG51 FUF?

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What year was SG51 FUF registered?

SG51 FUF is a 2001 Rover 45, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is SG51 FUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG51 FUF shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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