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BG53 EAA

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

78,024 mi
Last recorded78,024 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 EAA
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2018 78,024 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 69,038 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2017 68,987 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2016 67,275 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 66,756 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front floors (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 66,084 miles

Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 63,048 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 63,048 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 59,191 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 54,621 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 50,887 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 46,420 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 43,850 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 32,820 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 24,346 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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BG53 EAA is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 EAA, 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.

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What year was BG53 EAA registered?

BG53 EAA is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 25 October 2003.

Is BG53 EAA safe to buy?

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