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Y268 SDO

2001 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

49,964 mi
Last recorded49,964 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2022
Typical for 2001 Rover 4564,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY268 SDO
MakeRover
Model45
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2022 49,964 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 49,936 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 49,871 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2017 49,867 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 49,763 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2015 49,517 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 48,783 miles

rear steel brake pipes corroded.

Pass 11 Nov 2013 47,773 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 46,332 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 44,411 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2010 41,867 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 39,032 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 35,572 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 32,213 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 28,933 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 26,766 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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Y268 SDO is a 2001 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,589cc petrol 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 Y268 SDO, 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 Y268 SDO?

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What year was Y268 SDO registered?

Y268 SDO is a 2001 Rover 45, first registered on 18 May 2001.

Is Y268 SDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y268 SDO 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.

Does Y268 SDO have outstanding finance?

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