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SM54 GVF

2004 Rover 45

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,943 mi
Last recorded31,943 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2013
Typical for 2004 Rover 4549,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM54 GVF
MakeRover
Model45
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2013 31,943 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 31,187 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 31,173 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 29,119 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 29,119 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 25,636 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 22,074 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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SM54 GVF is a 2004 Rover 45 in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 SM54 GVF, 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.

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How do I check the history of SM54 GVF?

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What year was SM54 GVF registered?

SM54 GVF is a 2004 Rover 45, first registered on 14 October 2004.

Is SM54 GVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM54 GVF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SM54 GVF have outstanding finance?

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