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WU05 GLZ

2005 Rover 45

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

141,427 mi
Last recorded141,427 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Rover 4548,176 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU05 GLZ
MakeRover
Model45
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2020 141,427 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 127,158 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 110,322 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 98,124 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 92,067 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2016 92,067 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor area (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 74,447 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 56,049 miles

Lower effort offside rear parking brake

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

Pass 23 Feb 2013 35,387 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Feb 2013 35,387 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 14,855 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 13,368 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 12,105 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2010 12,105 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 10,427 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2008 8,534 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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WU05 GLZ is a 2005 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 WU05 GLZ, 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

How do I check the history of WU05 GLZ?

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What year was WU05 GLZ registered?

WU05 GLZ is a 2005 Rover 45, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is WU05 GLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU05 GLZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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