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BX53 KWY

2003 Rover 45

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

76,909 mi
Last recorded76,909 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 KWY
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2015 76,909 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 73,601 miles

oil leak from near side inner drive shaft

Fail 5 Aug 2014 73,601 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

oil leak from near side inner drive shaft

Pass 8 Aug 2013 69,681 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 65,196 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 58,892 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 51,816 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 45,051 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 38,013 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 34,898 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 26,339 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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BX53 KWY is a 2003 Rover 45 in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BX53 KWY, 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 BX53 KWY registered?

BX53 KWY is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 8 October 2003.

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The MOT history for BX53 KWY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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