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X485 UPA

2001 Rover 45

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

149,485 mi
Last recorded149,485 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2015
Typical for 2001 Rover 4564,645 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX485 UPA
MakeRover
Model45
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2015 149,485 miles

Body has slight corrosion front jacking point both (6.1.B.2)

Fail 15 Oct 2015 149,466 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users bonnet will not lock shut (6.1.B.1b)

Fuel system component leaking pump (7.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

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

Body has slight corrosion front jacking point both (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 144,966 miles

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 139,089 miles

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Feb 2009 128,435 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 16 Feb 2009 128,435 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 20 Feb 2008 122,729 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2008 122,725 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

nearside front tyre wearing low on inner edge

Pass 16 Feb 2007 118,004 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 117,994 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2006 113,114 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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X485 UPA is a 2001 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 X485 UPA, 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

How do I check the history of X485 UPA?

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What year was X485 UPA registered?

X485 UPA is a 2001 Rover 45, first registered on 10 January 2001.

Is X485 UPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for X485 UPA shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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