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BG53 DYX

2003 Rover 75

Gold Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

88,067 mi
Last recorded88,067 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Rover 7568,100 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 DYX
MakeRover
Model75
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 88,067 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody and suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 86,693 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 84,921 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 83,543 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 81,269 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 80,999 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 78,610 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 76,589 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2017 74,288 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 71,699 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 69,064 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 65,199 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 59,929 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)

Fail 19 Sep 2011 56,134 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2011 56,134 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 52,575 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 46,980 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 38,207 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 28,360 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 21,101 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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BG53 DYX is a 2003 Rover 75 in Gold with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 BG53 DYX, 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 BG53 DYX registered?

BG53 DYX is a 2003 Rover 75, first registered on 10 October 2003.

Is BG53 DYX safe to buy?

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