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BG52 XZM

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

89,132 mi
Last recorded89,132 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG52 XZM
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2018 89,132 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 82,839 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2016 77,922 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 65,315 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside front brake judder (borderline pass)

offside and nearside front tyres uneven wear

Pass 17 Jun 2014 52,592 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 37,921 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 37,921 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2012 32,028 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

front exhaust flexy is loose

middle and rear exhaust sections are corroded

Pass 21 Jan 2011 26,988 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 25,402 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 22,427 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2008 18,999 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 15,505 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 11,877 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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BG52 XZM is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BG52 XZM, 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 BG52 XZM registered?

BG52 XZM is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 31 January 2003.

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