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VU04 XWX

2004 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

74,568 mi
Last recorded74,568 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2021
Typical for 2004 Rover 4549,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU04 XWX
MakeRover
Model45
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2021 74,568 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2021 74,562 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced by jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 May 2019 69,695 miles

Offside Front tyre perishing

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2018 69,138 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 68,553 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 67,706 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 67,111 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 66,305 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 64,986 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 58,909 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 50,444 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 43,816 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 38,069 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2008 31,211 miles

front discs slightly worn and lipped

front pads 95%

Pass 3 Apr 2007 23,800 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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VU04 XWX is a 2004 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 VU04 XWX, 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 VU04 XWX registered?

VU04 XWX is a 2004 Rover 45, first registered on 8 April 2004.

Is VU04 XWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU04 XWX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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