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Y985 UPO

2001 Rover 45

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

72,924 mi
Last recorded72,924 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2015
Typical for 2001 Rover 4564,645 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY985 UPO
MakeRover
Model45
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2015 72,924 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 71,176 miles

Brakes ; parking brake has little reserve travel

Brakes ; slight fluctuation on n/s/f brake

Driveshafts ; both front outer c.v. gaiters deteriorated

Engine ; oil leak cam cover

Exhaust ; front section mounting bar deteriorated

Note ; unable to spin o/s/f wheel due to binding brake

Rear number plate deteriorated

Suspension ; both rear trailing arm bushes deteriorated

Various covers & mouldings fitted , restricted views

Fail 19 Dec 2013 71,176 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Brakes ; parking brake has little reserve travel

Brakes ; slight fluctuation on n/s/f brake

Driveshafts ; both front outer c.v. gaiters deteriorated

Engine ; oil leak cam cover

Exhaust ; front section mounting bar deteriorated

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Note ; unable to spin o/s/f wheel due to binding brake

Rear number plate deteriorated

Suspension ; both rear trailing arm bushes deteriorated

Various covers & mouldings fitted , restricted views

Pass 31 Aug 2012 60,096 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2011 51,433 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both rear brake discs worn

Pass 24 Sep 2010 49,565 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

underside of vehicle rusty

Pass 1 May 2008 43,114 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2007 34,896 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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Y985 UPO is a 2001 Rover 45 in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y985 UPO, 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 Y985 UPO registered?

Y985 UPO is a 2001 Rover 45, first registered on 9 May 2001.

Is Y985 UPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y985 UPO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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