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VE54 UMU

2004 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,793 mi
Last recorded30,793 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Rover 4549,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE54 UMU
MakeRover
Model45
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 30,793 miles

Brake steering and suspension components are showing some rust

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread shoulders n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2025 30,220 miles

Brake steering and suspension components are showing some rust

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread shoulders n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2024 29,059 miles

Brake steering and suspension components are showing some rust

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 24 May 2023 27,307 miles

Brake steering and suspension components are showing some rust and deterioration

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

Pass 26 May 2022 27,303 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 26,028 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 22,186 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

centre and rear exhaust system heavily corroded

Fail 13 Nov 2019 22,186 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

centre and rear exhaust system heavily corroded

Pass 6 Nov 2018 14,710 miles

exhaust centre section to rear silencer pipes are showing some rust and deterioration

front tyres are worn down to no visible tread on there inner most tread areas

Pass 21 Nov 2017 6,305 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2017 6,305 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2011 6,296 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 5,890 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 5,022 miles

REAR TYRES ARE SHOWING SOME SIGNS OF WEARING OUT OF THERE NATUARAL SHAPE.

Pass 2 Dec 2008 4,000 miles

REAR TYRES ARE WEARING OUT OF THERE NATURAL SHAPE.

Pass 7 Dec 2007 3,228 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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VE54 UMU is a 2004 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VE54 UMU, 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 VE54 UMU registered?

VE54 UMU is a 2004 Rover 45, first registered on 20 December 2004.

Is VE54 UMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE54 UMU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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