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AO53 AHN

2003 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

70,722 mi
Last recorded70,722 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 AHN
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2020 70,722 miles

Nearside Front Outer c v boot perished but still preventing ingress of dirt/water

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

front washers poor

Pass 28 Aug 2019 68,726 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 65,725 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 23 Aug 2017 62,705 miles

front exhaust bracket broken but exhaust adequately supported

fuel pipe corroded at rear

underbody at front, both sides, corroded

underbody at rear, both sides, corroded

Pass 24 Aug 2016 59,455 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all four (3.6.B.4e)

front to rear fuel pipe corroded

Pass 21 Aug 2015 55,671 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 51,866 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 48,226 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 48,157 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 44,598 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 42,055 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 38,973 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 35,982 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 32,639 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 29,269 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 24,981 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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AO53 AHN is a 2003 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2003 Rover 45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 52,274 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 AO53 AHN, 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 23 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 AO53 AHN registered?

AO53 AHN is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is AO53 AHN safe to buy?

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