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Y523 SBD

2001 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

34,395 mi
Last recorded34,395 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2016
Typical for 2001 Rover 4564,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY523 SBD
MakeRover
Model45
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2016 34,395 miles

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

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

Offside Front wiper blade split but clearing screen

Pass 23 Mar 2015 33,544 miles

Both front tyres cracking

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

N/S/Front tyre outer wall scuffed

Rear bumper scuffed

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

both front discs dis-coloured

Fail 20 Mar 2015 33,536 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Both front tyres cracking

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

N/S/Front tyre outer wall scuffed

Rear bumper scuffed

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

both front discs dis-coloured

Pass 18 Mar 2014 32,726 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 31,613 miles

exhaust system corroded

Pass 16 Mar 2012 30,429 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 17 Mar 2011 28,429 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 26,689 miles

advise small cut to n/s/f outside tyre wall

Pass 20 Mar 2009 25,677 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 23,942 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 23,942 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 22,970 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2006 21,993 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 16 Mar 2006 21,993 miles

Nearside Rear 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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Y523 SBD is a 2001 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 Y523 SBD, 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 Y523 SBD?

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What year was Y523 SBD registered?

Y523 SBD is a 2001 Rover 45, first registered on 28 March 2001.

Is Y523 SBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y523 SBD shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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