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WJ51 SFV

2001 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

107,085 mi
Last recorded107,085 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Rover 4564,645 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ51 SFV
MakeRover
Model45
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2016 107,085 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2015 102,593 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2014 99,074 miles

front flexie joint broken shield not leaking at time of test

Fail 15 Jan 2014 99,034 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

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

Offside Front Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

front flexie joint broken shield not leaking at time of test

Pass 5 Feb 2013 96,505 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 89,101 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 89,101 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 87,091 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 82,517 miles

Oil leak

Pass 5 Apr 2008 77,094 miles

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

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2007 73,639 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2006 60,075 miles

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

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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WJ51 SFV is a 2001 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Rover 45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 64,645 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 WJ51 SFV, 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 25 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 WJ51 SFV registered?

WJ51 SFV is a 2001 Rover 45, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is WJ51 SFV safe to buy?

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