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BF53 WMC

2003 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

111,622 mi
Last recorded111,622 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 WMC
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2017 111,622 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2017 111,622 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 104,173 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 104,138 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc outter (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

nsf door handle needs checking door opens inside and out

Pass 1 Aug 2015 92,284 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2014 88,584 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 82,444 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2012 77,013 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 77,013 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Pass 25 May 2011 71,779 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 63,207 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 54,891 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2007 41,761 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 41,761 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 27,545 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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BF53 WMC is a 2003 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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

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 BF53 WMC, 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 BF53 WMC registered?

BF53 WMC is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 23 September 2003.

Is BF53 WMC safe to buy?

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