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Y494 LHC

2001 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,436 mi
Last recorded44,436 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2017
Typical for 2001 Rover 4564,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY494 LHC
MakeRover
Model45
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2017 44,436 miles

underbody corrosion

Pass 15 Jul 2016 43,796 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

underbody corrosion

Fail 15 Jul 2016 43,796 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

underbody corrosion

Pass 2 Jul 2015 42,957 miles

heavy corrosion under offside front corner of vehicle

nearside rear tyre slightly perished

slight corrosion in several other areas under vehicle

Pass 1 Aug 2014 41,995 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 40,800 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 39,659 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 38,586 miles

offside rear brake slighty binding

rear number plate deterated

washers poor

Pass 2 Jul 2010 37,290 miles

nearside front brake binding slightly

nearside wiper blade split

offside rear tyre perished on tread

offside wiper blade split

rear exhaust in poor condition.

Pass 1 Jul 2009 35,853 miles

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

leak from washer fluid resevoir when pump is operated

Pass 10 Jul 2008 33,354 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2008 33,354 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

front brake discs corroding

Pass 10 Jul 2007 30,281 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2007 30,281 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2006 25,506 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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Y494 LHC is a 2001 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y494 LHC, 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 Y494 LHC registered?

Y494 LHC is a 2001 Rover 45, first registered on 25 July 2001.

Is Y494 LHC safe to buy?

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