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BG53 EJV

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

32,932 mi
Last recorded32,932 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 EJV
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2019 32,932 miles

Nearside Front jacking point has corrosion but not excessive or affecting strength or structure

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front jacking point has corrosion but not excessive or affecting strength or structure

Pass 6 Feb 2018 31,083 miles

signs of corrosion to the front floor sections

Fail 2 Feb 2018 31,078 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

signs of corrosion to the front floor sections

Pass 6 Dec 2016 28,906 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2016 28,906 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2015 27,003 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 25,417 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 24,418 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 23,191 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2012 23,187 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2011 21,425 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 19,896 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 17,932 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 15,744 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2008 15,714 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

both front tyres wearing on inside edge

Pass 16 Nov 2007 13,679 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 10,996 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 EJV is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 EJV, 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 EJV registered?

BG53 EJV is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 10 November 2003.

Is BG53 EJV safe to buy?

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