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CE53 FXF

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

36,845 mi
Last recorded36,845 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE53 FXF
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2016 36,845 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 4 Sep 2015 31,662 miles

Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Sep 2015 31,662 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 26,360 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 20,293 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 23 Sep 2013 20,293 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 14,350 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2012 14,348 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 13,574 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 12,207 miles

Front wiper blades smearing slightly

Fail 15 Oct 2008 12,207 miles

Front wiper blades smearing slightly

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 10,498 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 8,334 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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CE53 FXF 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 CE53 FXF, 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 CE53 FXF registered?

CE53 FXF is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is CE53 FXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE53 FXF 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.

Does CE53 FXF have outstanding finance?

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