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YX05 UVU

2005 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

111,831 mi
Last recorded111,831 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2014
Typical for 2005 Rover 4548,176 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX05 UVU
MakeRover
Model45
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 17 Nov 2014 111,831 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 111,831 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 90,081 miles

All four tyres near limit

Fail 13 Nov 2013 90,081 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

All four tyres near limit

Pass 5 Nov 2012 71,301 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 71,301 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)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 67,018 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 14 Feb 2011 60,075 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 25 Feb 2010 51,562 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 42,288 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 32,395 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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YX05 UVU is a 2005 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 YX05 UVU, 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 YX05 UVU registered?

YX05 UVU is a 2005 Rover 45, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is YX05 UVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX05 UVU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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