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SP04 VLC

2004 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

59,291 mi
Last recorded59,291 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2023
Typical for 2004 Rover 4549,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP04 VLC
MakeRover
Model45
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2023 59,291 miles

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

Underside Corroded @ Both Front Sills

Pass 27 Oct 2021 55,714 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Fog lamp inoperative

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 May 2020 54,536 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre pipe corroded/pin holed (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 52,277 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 49,506 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2017 46,908 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 44,113 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 43,658 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 3 Jul 2014 43,658 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 41,678 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 39,718 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 37,373 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 33,966 miles

n/s rear tyre close to legal limit

Pass 30 Apr 2009 30,614 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 May 2008 28,424 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 24,832 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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SP04 VLC is a 2004 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 SP04 VLC, 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

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What year was SP04 VLC registered?

SP04 VLC is a 2004 Rover 45, first registered on 1 April 2004.

Is SP04 VLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP04 VLC shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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