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AU53 ZHV

2003 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

26,973 mi
Last recorded26,973 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 ZHV
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2017 26,973 miles

front jacking points starting to corrode

Pass 5 Sep 2016 22,045 miles

All four tyres are perished and cracked but not deep enough to expose ply or cords

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (2.4.A.3)

Nearside front tyre cut but not in excess of the requirements

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen wipers are beginning to smear the screen

Pass 22 Sep 2015 21,931 miles

All four tyres are perished and cracked but not deep enough to expose ply or cords

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (2.4.A.3)

Nearside front tyre cut but not in excess of the requirements

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (2.4.A.3)

Offside rear brake binding slightly

Windscreen wipers are beginning to smear the screen

Fail 16 Sep 2015 21,882 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

All four tyres are perished and cracked but not deep enough to expose ply or cords

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (2.4.A.3)

Nearside front tyre cut but not in excess of the requirements

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (2.4.A.3)

Offside rear brake binding slightly

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen wipers are beginning to smear the screen

Pass 22 Sep 2014 21,661 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 21,135 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 21,026 miles

cut in nearside front tyre no ply/cords visible

Pass 13 Sep 2011 19,449 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 18,484 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 17,235 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 15,958 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 14,628 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 13,625 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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AU53 ZHV is a 2003 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AU53 ZHV, 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 AU53 ZHV registered?

AU53 ZHV is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 22 September 2003.

Is AU53 ZHV safe to buy?

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