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BG53 CDV

2003 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

40,716 mi
Last recorded40,716 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 CDV
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2017 40,716 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 40,716 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 32,311 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 31,450 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 30,016 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 28,832 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 27,527 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 25,947 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

slight corrosion starting on rear brake pipes

Pass 15 Sep 2009 23,475 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 15 Sep 2009 23,475 miles

Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 21,530 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 19,162 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 15,125 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2006 15,125 miles

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

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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BG53 CDV is a 2003 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BG53 CDV, 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 BG53 CDV registered?

BG53 CDV is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is BG53 CDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 CDV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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