CarVerify

Free Car Check

BP53 JCO

2003 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1588cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

61,722 mi
Last recorded61,722 miles
Recorded on13 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Rover
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP53 JCO
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2016 61,722 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both front jacking points showing signs of corrosion

Pass 29 Apr 2015 58,997 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 56,343 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 53,529 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 20 Feb 2013 53,529 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 28 Dec 2011 46,192 miles

hand brake travel high

Fail 28 Dec 2011 46,192 miles

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

hand brake travel high

Pass 22 Dec 2010 41,451 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2009 36,479 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2008 30,582 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 24,531 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2007 24,526 miles

Nearside Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 19 Dec 2006 17,973 miles

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

front wipers poor

handbrake travel high

rear tyres on 3mm

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
Full Rover 45 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BP53 JCO is a 2003 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BP53 JCO, 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 BP53 JCO?

You can check the full history of BP53 JCO by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BP53 JCO registered?

BP53 JCO is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is BP53 JCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP53 JCO shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BP53 JCO have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BP53 JCO. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.