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Y559 DFX

2001 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

76,039 mi
Last recorded76,039 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 Rover 4564,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY559 DFX
MakeRover
Model45
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2018 76,039 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2018 76,037 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear rear section marked yellow (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2017 65,177 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 56,543 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2015 56,543 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 47,831 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2014 47,828 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2013 43,108 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 39,612 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 34,954 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 30,219 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 34,794 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 34,794 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 22,946 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Mar 2007 20,047 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2007 20,043 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Mar 2006 17,497 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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Y559 DFX is a 2001 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y559 DFX, 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 Y559 DFX?

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What year was Y559 DFX registered?

Y559 DFX is a 2001 Rover 45, first registered on 30 March 2001.

Is Y559 DFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y559 DFX shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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