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BX53 WML

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

72,430 mi
Last recorded72,430 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2014
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 WML
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2014 72,430 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Feb 2014 72,430 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Feb 2013 63,879 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 63,879 miles

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

Fail 21 Jan 2012 55,138 miles

Both CV boots perished

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear tyres low on tread and losing shape

Pass 21 Jan 2012 55,138 miles

Both CV boots perished

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Rear tyres low on tread and losing shape

Pass 8 Jan 2011 45,504 miles

see checklist 111977

Fail 8 Jan 2011 45,503 miles

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

see checklist 111977

Pass 22 Jan 2010 36,248 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 24,953 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 23,845 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 21,898 miles

nearside front bumper slight damage

outer sills covered

Pass 23 Nov 2006 17,411 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside front foglamp lens damaged

outer sills covered

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 WML is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WML, 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 WML registered?

BX53 WML is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 18 November 2003.

Is BX53 WML safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX53 WML shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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