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YR51 VHP

2001 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

37,827 mi
Last recorded37,827 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2022
Typical for 2001 Rover 4564,645 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR51 VHP
MakeRover
Model45
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2022 37,827 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 36,283 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Jan 2022 36,283 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 35,001 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 33,093 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 32,021 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 31,105 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 30,449 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 30,449 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high Front (1.8)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 29,908 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 29,665 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 29,000 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2013 28,994 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 27,932 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 27,365 miles

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

air bag fault warning light on

Pass 22 Jul 2010 26,717 miles

o/s rear tyre tread perrished

Pass 23 Jul 2009 26,016 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 24,993 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2007 23,976 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2007 23,976 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 22,617 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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YR51 VHP is a 2001 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 YR51 VHP, 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 YR51 VHP registered?

YR51 VHP is a 2001 Rover 45, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is YR51 VHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR51 VHP shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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