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YY04 PYJ

2004 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

66,796 mi
Last recorded66,796 miles
Recorded on29 May 2017
Typical for 2004 Rover 4549,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY04 PYJ
MakeRover
Model45
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2017 66,796 miles

Both front coil springs corroded

Fuel pipes corroded

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

OIL leak

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside front wiper slight smear

Fail 27 May 2017 66,788 miles

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

Both front coil springs corroded

Fuel pipes corroded

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

OIL leak

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside front wiper slight smear

Pass 18 May 2016 63,096 miles

Fuel pipes corroded

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 18 May 2016 63,096 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel pipes corroded

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 19 May 2015 59,279 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 54,353 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 49,724 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 45,122 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 41,301 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2011 41,301 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 36,978 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 32,902 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 27,668 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 May 2008 27,668 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 21,987 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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YY04 PYJ is a 2004 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2004 Rover 45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 49,972 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 YY04 PYJ, 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 22 years old, this Rover 45 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YY04 PYJ registered?

YY04 PYJ is a 2004 Rover 45, first registered on 28 May 2004.

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