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BN53 DHK

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2015
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,207 mi
Last recorded77,207 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 DHK
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2014 77,207 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 71,476 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 62,746 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 53,100 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 43,753 miles

both reaction bushes starting to split

Pass 19 Dec 2009 36,032 miles

ADVISE- NEAR SIDE REAR TYRE 2.5 MM

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 32,839 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2008 26,260 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

o/s/f abs ring cracked

Pass 20 Aug 2007 18,495 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 14,612 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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BN53 DHK is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BN53 DHK, 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 BN53 DHK registered?

BN53 DHK is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 20 September 2003.

Is BN53 DHK safe to buy?

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