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X721 DNA

2001 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

88,612 mi
Last recorded88,612 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2012
Typical for 2001 Rover 4564,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX721 DNA
MakeRover
Model45
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2012 88,612 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 83,475 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 77,140 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2009 70,497 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2009 70,497 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 64,954 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 57,400 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2006 44,904 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

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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X721 DNA is a 2001 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 X721 DNA, 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 X721 DNA?

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What year was X721 DNA registered?

X721 DNA is a 2001 Rover 45, first registered on 11 January 2001.

Is X721 DNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for X721 DNA shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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