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YU05 SZK

2005 Rover 45

Black Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

117,674 mi
Last recorded117,674 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Rover 4548,176 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU05 SZK
MakeRover
Model45
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2018 117,674 miles

EML illuminated at time of test

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 2 Jan 2018 117,668 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

EML illuminated at time of test

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Dec 2016 109,897 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2016 109,897 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2015 103,240 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2015 96,365 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2014 87,538 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

exhaust corroded

Pass 18 Dec 2012 79,714 miles

Coolant leak

veichle has general corrosion to under body brake components

Fail 19 Dec 2011 70,653 miles

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

n/s/f tyre close to wear bands

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 19 Dec 2011 70,653 miles

n/s/f tyre close to wear bands

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 30 Dec 2010 58,548 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

engine light on

Pass 30 Dec 2009 40,702 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 23,123 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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YU05 SZK is a 2005 Rover 45 in Black with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2005 Rover 45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 48,176 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 YU05 SZK, 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 21 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 YU05 SZK registered?

YU05 SZK is a 2005 Rover 45, first registered on 26 August 2005.

Is YU05 SZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YU05 SZK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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