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WR02 PFU

2002 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2014
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

79,461 mi
Last recorded79,461 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2013
Typical for 2002 Rover 4556,886 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR02 PFU
MakeRover
Model45
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2013 79,461 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2013 79,461 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine oil leaks

Pass 30 Oct 2012 66,101 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2012 65,692 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 62,922 miles

nsf floor corroded

Pass 14 Sep 2010 58,120 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2009 49,830 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 49,830 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2008 43,057 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2007 38,074 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2006 30,425 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 22,363 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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WR02 PFU is a 2002 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2002 Rover 45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 56,886 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 WR02 PFU, 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 24 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 WR02 PFU registered?

WR02 PFU is a 2002 Rover 45, first registered on 29 May 2002.

Is WR02 PFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR02 PFU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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