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AY05 WDV

2005 Rover 45

Gold Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

84,987 mi
Last recorded84,987 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2018
Typical for 2005 Rover 4548,176 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 WDV
MakeRover
Model45
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2018 84,987 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2018 84,987 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced different wattage (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 77,116 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2018 77,115 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 70,985 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 70,467 miles

Slight rear exhaust silencer leak

Pass 2 Feb 2015 61,847 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear esxhaust silencer outer skin begining to deteriorate

Pass 11 Jan 2014 49,387 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 44,386 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 40,617 miles

rear wiper blade torn ends

Pass 1 Mar 2011 35,544 miles

clutch opperation close to floor (low)

Pass 3 Mar 2010 30,073 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 24,916 miles

all four tyres worn on outer eadges , rear ON LIMIT , front near limit

Pass 17 Mar 2008 19,896 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

plastic sill covers fitted

both rear tyres worn inner edge 2mm

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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AY05 WDV is a 2005 Rover 45 in Gold with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 AY05 WDV, 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 AY05 WDV registered?

AY05 WDV is a 2005 Rover 45, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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