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VE51 ZRG

2001 Rover 75

Green Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

113,951 mi
Last recorded113,951 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2015
Typical for 2001 Rover 7584,636 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE51 ZRG
MakeRover
Model75
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2015 113,951 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)

all brake pads two thirds worn

brake pad ware indicator warning lamp on

Pass 2 Oct 2014 103,197 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 2 Oct 2014 103,197 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 29 Aug 2014 102,826 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 98,816 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 92,138 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 92,138 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 85,962 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

n/s headlamp adjuster inoperative [beam ]

Pass 23 Jul 2010 80,451 miles

Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 74,545 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 70,653 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 63,553 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 56,662 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 75?

Based on 1,365,354 MOT tests across 103,127 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
5,824
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
103,127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 82,341
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,582
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36,066
Registration plate lamp not working 33,396
Direction indicator incorrect colour 27,329
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VE51 ZRG is a 2001 Rover 75 in Green with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2001 Rover 75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 84,636 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 75 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 82,341 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VE51 ZRG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 75 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Rover 75 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VE51 ZRG registered?

VE51 ZRG is a 2001 Rover 75, first registered on 28 December 2001.

Is VE51 ZRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE51 ZRG 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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