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SV05 XUM

2005 Rover 45

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

226,331 mi
Last recorded226,331 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Rover 4548,176 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV05 XUM
MakeRover
Model45
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2017 226,331 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 200,361 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both side rear suspension all components corroded

engine management warning lamp indicates a fault

Fail 27 Aug 2016 200,361 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both side rear suspension all components corroded

engine management warning lamp indicates a fault

Pass 27 Aug 2015 174,368 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 149,243 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 122,388 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 97,325 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 69,930 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 55,416 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 55,416 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 47,385 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 47,385 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2008 31,687 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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SV05 XUM is a 2005 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2005 Rover 45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 48,176 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 SV05 XUM, 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 21 years old, this Rover 45 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SV05 XUM registered?

SV05 XUM is a 2005 Rover 45, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is SV05 XUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV05 XUM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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