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BX53 VJE

2003 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,616 mi
Last recorded69,616 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 VJE
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2015 69,616 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2015 69,603 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

n/s/r and o/s/r tyres wearing uneven

slight wearing in both rear trailing arm bushes

Fail 21 Feb 2014 55,184 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 21 Feb 2014 55,184 miles

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 6 Feb 2013 45,032 miles

n/s rear tyre low

rear exhaust box rusty

temp repair n/s mirror

unable to check outer sill due to side panels

Pass 18 Feb 2012 29,869 miles

n/s/r tyre wearing on outer egde

unable to check outersills fully due to side pannels fitted

Pass 20 Jan 2011 28,991 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 28,238 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 26,308 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 23,115 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 23,110 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2006 18,886 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 VJE is a 2003 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,396cc 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 BX53 VJE, 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 VJE registered?

BX53 VJE is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is BX53 VJE safe to buy?

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