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AX53 HFG

2003 Rover 75

Gold Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

104,417 mi
Last recorded104,417 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover 7568,100 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 HFG
MakeRover
Model75
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2017 104,417 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear brake performance aprox 40 kg lower than near side

Pass 1 Jul 2016 88,378 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 23 Jun 2016 88,035 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both pipes going from front floor to the rear (3.6.B.2c)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both front lower wishbone arm rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 76,287 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2015 75,264 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2015 75,264 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2014 70,218 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 67,091 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 62,080 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 62,080 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2010 58,480 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 53,028 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2009 53,028 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2008 46,456 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2008 46,456 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2007 41,923 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 38,195 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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AX53 HFG is a 2003 Rover 75 in Gold with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HFG, 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.

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What year was AX53 HFG registered?

AX53 HFG is a 2003 Rover 75, first registered on 9 December 2003.

Is AX53 HFG safe to buy?

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