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AV53 MKC

2003 Rover 75

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

133,826 mi
Last recorded133,826 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover 7568,100 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 MKC
MakeRover
Model75
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2016 133,826 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2016 133,826 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 128,354 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 124,465 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear tyres worn outer edges 2mm

fuel tank strap corroded

offside rear caliper anti rattle spring missing.nearside rear noise.

Fail 8 Aug 2014 124,464 miles

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear tyres worn outer edges 2mm

fuel tank strap corroded

offside rear caliper anti rattle spring missing.nearside rear noise.

Pass 10 Aug 2013 117,327 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 112,706 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 112,706 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 107,665 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 101,506 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 92,741 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 82,324 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 82,324 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2007 67,732 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2006 50,233 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 75?

Based on 1,365,354 MOT tests across 103,127 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
5,824
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
103,127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 82,341
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,582
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36,066
Registration plate lamp not working 33,396
Direction indicator incorrect colour 27,329
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AV53 MKC is a 2003 Rover 75 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2003 Rover 75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 68,100 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 75 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 82,341 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV53 MKC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 75 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Rover 75 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV53 MKC registered?

AV53 MKC is a 2003 Rover 75, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is AV53 MKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV53 MKC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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