2001 Rover 45 · 1,350 MOT tests
2001 Rover 45 reliability
2001 Rover 45s fail 40.8% of first MOT tests, 5% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 1 of 4 45 years (1,350 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
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- first-time fail rate (all Rover 45s: 43.9%)
- 40.8%
- first-time fail rate (all Rover 45s: 43.9%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 5% more
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 21
- 74,112
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 21
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
- 1,350
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
Year on year
2001 against the years either side
- 2000 cars: 27% more MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2001 car does better)
- 2002 cars: 14% more MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2001 car does better)
- Weak spot: body, chassis and structure, 15.9% of tests fail here (87% above cars of the same age and mileage).
- Strong point: windscreen, wipers and mirrors, 18% fewer fails than comparable cars.
- Plates: a 2001 car carries a 51 plate (September–December 2001).
Common problems
What fails on a 2001 Rover 45
Fail rate by area
- Body, chassis and structure15.9%
- Lights and electrics14.6%
- Suspension14.4%
- Brakes14.2%
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors6%
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks5.7%
- Tyres5%
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top failures
Suspension mounting area seriously corroded 8.67%
Corrosion near suspension mountings can seriously weaken the body structure, so an expert inspection is needed.
CV joint boot split or insecure 6.07%
A split CV boot lets dirt in and grease out, so the joint wears and may need full replacement.
Stop lamp not working 4.15%
A failed stop lamp means drivers behind cannot see when you brake, a safety risk that must be fixed.
Exhaust has major gas leak 4.07%
A major exhaust leak can let poisonous gas into the car and is illegal, so it must be repaired before driving.
Rigid brake pipe excessively corroded 3.7%
Badly corroded brake pipes can leak or fail, which can cause a loss of braking, so repair is urgent.
Wiper blade not clearing windscreen 3.26%
Wipers that do not clear the windscreen reduce visibility in rain, which is a safety risk, so replace them.
Common advisories
Brake pipes corroded and greasy (18.37%) · Suspension arm pin/bush showing wear (13.41%) · Tyre worn close to legal limit (11.85%) · Engine oil leak, not excessive (11.63%) · Tyre slightly damaged or cracking (10.59%) · Number plate lettering deteriorating (9.19%)
Other years
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Source: DVSA anonymised MOT results, 2022 to 2024, class 4 normal tests.
Is a 2001 Rover 45 reliable?
2001 Rover 45s fail 40.8% of first MOT tests, 5% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 1 of 4 45 years (1,350 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
What fails on a 2001 Rover 45 MOT?
Most often suspension mounting area seriously corroded (8.67% of tests), cv joint boot split or insecure (6.07% of tests), stop lamp not working (4.15% of tests).
How many miles should a 2001 Rover 45 have done?
At its MOT aged about 21, a typical 2001 Rover 45 shows 74,112 miles. Much higher or lower is worth asking about.
What plate is a 2001 car?
A car first registered in 2001 carries a 51 plate (September–December 2001).
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