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Y229 PGM

2001 Rover 45

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

70,100 mi
Last recorded70,100 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2014
Typical for 2001 Rover 4564,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY229 PGM
MakeRover
Model45
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2014 70,100 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Dec 2012 64,011 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 56,913 miles

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

front wiper blade

Pass 12 Oct 2010 48,776 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2010 48,695 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Sep 2009 47,736 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 47,726 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 14 Feb 2008 46,941 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 45,168 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 43,570 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2006 43,570 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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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Y229 PGM is a 2001 Rover 45 in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 Y229 PGM, 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 Y229 PGM registered?

Y229 PGM is a 2001 Rover 45, first registered on 26 March 2001.

Is Y229 PGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y229 PGM shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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