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WD53 GPZ

2004 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

69,412 mi
Last recorded69,412 miles
Recorded on5 May 2017
Typical for 2004 Rover 4549,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD53 GPZ
MakeRover
Model45
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 May 2017 69,412 miles

O/S/R tyre has slight cracking

both front brakes slightly binding

both front cv boots slight cracking

Fail 2 May 2017 69,398 miles

Emissions not tested revving uncontrollably (throttle/cable sticking) (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

O/S/R tyre has slight cracking

both front brakes slightly binding

both front cv boots slight cracking

Pass 7 Aug 2015 66,291 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Aug 2015 66,291 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 56,667 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2014 56,667 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 54,266 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 46,628 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 39,539 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 33,141 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 26,198 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Dec 2006 18,813 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 Dec 2006 18,813 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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WD53 GPZ is a 2004 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WD53 GPZ, 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 WD53 GPZ registered?

WD53 GPZ is a 2004 Rover 45, first registered on 28 January 2004.

Is WD53 GPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WD53 GPZ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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