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BG53 OGX

2003 Rover 45

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,261 mi
Last recorded42,261 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 OGX
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2015 42,261 miles

Oil leak

Fail 4 Feb 2015 42,261 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Feb 2014 30,983 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 22,321 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 22,318 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2011 15,221 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 14,886 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2009 14,520 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Dec 2009 14,520 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 13,724 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 12,559 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 11,265 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 OGX is a 2003 Rover 45 in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OGX, 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

How do I check the history of BG53 OGX?

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What year was BG53 OGX registered?

BG53 OGX is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 30 November 2003.

Is BG53 OGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 OGX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BG53 OGX have outstanding finance?

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