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SL51 ZZM

2001 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

69,341 mi
Last recorded69,341 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2009
Typical for 2001 Rover 4564,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL51 ZZM
MakeRover
Model45
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2009 69,341 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 69,341 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2008 59,673 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2008 59,673 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 52,165 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 30,431 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2005 8,533 miles

slight dampness from nearside front shocker

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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SL51 ZZM is a 2001 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 SL51 ZZM, 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 SL51 ZZM?

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What year was SL51 ZZM registered?

SL51 ZZM is a 2001 Rover 45, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is SL51 ZZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL51 ZZM shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SL51 ZZM have outstanding finance?

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