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WM04 XAL

2004 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2014
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

63,240 mi
Last recorded63,240 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2013
Typical for 2004 Rover 4549,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM04 XAL
MakeRover
Model45
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2013 63,240 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Rear bumper insecure

Fail 13 Aug 2013 63,240 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Coolant leak

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Rear bumper insecure

Fail 13 Aug 2012 56,761 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Aug 2012 56,761 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Pass 1 Sep 2011 52,204 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 43,919 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 43,919 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 16 Jul 2009 36,228 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 36,228 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 29,626 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 29,626 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 22,893 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 22,893 miles

Centre Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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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WM04 XAL is a 2004 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 WM04 XAL, 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

How do I check the history of WM04 XAL?

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What year was WM04 XAL registered?

WM04 XAL is a 2004 Rover 45, first registered on 6 August 2004.

Is WM04 XAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM04 XAL shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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