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BN53 OHY

2003 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

35,324 mi
Last recorded35,324 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 OHY
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2023 35,324 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill to front floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill to front floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))

outer sill covers fitted

Fail 2 Feb 2023 35,323 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt adrift (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill to front floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill to front floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 15 Feb 2022 28,580 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 27,132 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 25,879 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 24,998 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 23,948 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 22,812 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Sep 2014 21,677 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 21,677 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 20,568 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 19,431 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 17,851 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 17,844 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2010 16,499 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 14,590 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 12,962 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 11,413 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2006 9,601 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 OHY is a 2003 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 OHY, 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 OHY registered?

BN53 OHY is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is BN53 OHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 OHY shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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