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AX53 BZH

2003 Rover 75

Gold Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,247 mi
Last recorded56,247 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Rover 7568,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 BZH
MakeRover
Model75
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2014 56,247 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 5 Jul 2014 56,072 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 50,065 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

NSR caliper,modified locking device fitted

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear caliper slide bolt covers missing

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear silencer,modified support bracket fitted

Steering wheel cover fitted

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 42,998 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 42,998 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 37,685 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 35,180 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2008 39,381 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2007 21,569 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 15,548 miles

both front tyres & nearside rear getting low advise to keep an eye on tyres

small seepage of oil on nearside of steering rack

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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AX53 BZH is a 2003 Rover 75 in Gold with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AX53 BZH, 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 AX53 BZH registered?

AX53 BZH is a 2003 Rover 75, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is AX53 BZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX53 BZH shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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