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WJ55 EFY

2005 Rover 45

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

56,187 mi
Last recorded56,187 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2016
Typical for 2005 Rover 4548,176 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ55 EFY
MakeRover
Model45
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2016 56,187 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced n/s and o/s/f (1.7.5a)

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 7 Nov 2014 52,284 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 2 Nov 2013 46,991 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 20 Oct 2012 39,277 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2012 39,277 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 31,643 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 26,020 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 20,867 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 16,276 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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WJ55 EFY is a 2005 Rover 45 in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 WJ55 EFY, 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

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What year was WJ55 EFY registered?

WJ55 EFY is a 2005 Rover 45, first registered on 7 November 2005.

Is WJ55 EFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ55 EFY shows 9 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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