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VU05 LYY

2005 Rover 45

Grey Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

58,430 mi
Last recorded58,430 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2024
Typical for 2005 Rover 4548,176 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 LYY
MakeRover
Model45
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2024 58,430 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 56,721 miles

Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2022 53,225 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 52,675 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 51,005 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 49,368 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 47,136 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 45,003 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 42,755 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 40,169 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 37,413 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 35,077 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

creaking from various front suspension bushes

half of each windscreen washer blocked

service required

Fail 8 Feb 2012 34,968 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

creaking from various front suspension bushes

half of each windscreen washer blocked

service required

Pass 21 Feb 2011 31,897 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 29,174 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 25,591 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 21,038 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2008 21,038 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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VU05 LYY is a 2005 Rover 45 in Grey with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 VU05 LYY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VU05 LYY?

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What year was VU05 LYY registered?

VU05 LYY is a 2005 Rover 45, first registered on 7 March 2005.

Is VU05 LYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU05 LYY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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