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X531 EHL

2001 Rover 45

White Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

88,147 mi
Last recorded88,147 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Rover 4564,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX531 EHL
MakeRover
Model45
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 88,147 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 82,996 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2025 82,996 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2024 79,107 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FLOOR UNDERSIDE (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FLOOR UNDERSIDE (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 78,464 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2016 76,392 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 74,094 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 71,418 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 68,485 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 65,535 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 61,491 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 57,864 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 54,618 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 50,221 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)

Pass 12 Dec 2007 45,649 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 39,877 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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X531 EHL is a 2001 Rover 45 in White with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 X531 EHL, 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

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What year was X531 EHL registered?

X531 EHL is a 2001 Rover 45, first registered on 5 January 2001.

Is X531 EHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X531 EHL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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