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Y268 BPA

2001 Rover 45

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

125,532 mi
Last recorded125,532 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2012
Typical for 2001 Rover 4564,645 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY268 BPA
MakeRover
Model45
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2012 125,532 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

advise windscreen has some damage to n/s (does not effect drivers view)

Pass 23 Nov 2011 116,778 miles

advise o/s/r tyre minor cracks to inside edge

advise small crack to n/s top area of windscreen

Pass 20 Dec 2010 114,472 miles

Both front tyres are wearing on inner edges.

Both front wipers will need attention soon.

Engine is slightly smokey.

Handbrake will need adjustment soon.

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 111,412 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside front brake has very slight bind.

Offside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 23 Oct 2008 107,842 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Plastic sill covers fitted.

Pass 23 Oct 2008 107,842 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Plastic sill covers fitted.

Pass 13 May 2006 93,892 miles

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

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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Y268 BPA is a 2001 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 Y268 BPA, 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 Y268 BPA registered?

Y268 BPA is a 2001 Rover 45, first registered on 29 May 2001.

Is Y268 BPA safe to buy?

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