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DF52 JWJ

2003 Rover 75

Silver Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

189,693 mi
Last recorded189,693 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Rover 7568,100 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF52 JWJ
MakeRover
Model75
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Fail 24 Oct 2023 189,693 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside parking brake low effort

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 181,292 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2022 181,292 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 155,345 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 22 Oct 2020 138,151 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 132,326 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 8 Oct 2019 132,324 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 128,242 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 122,806 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all 4 front and rear (3.6.B.4e)

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear to flexi both (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 114,485 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 107,311 miles

Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2014 100,918 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 5 Jun 2013 93,011 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 93,011 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 19 Jun 2012 85,671 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 85,671 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 77,840 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 73,308 miles

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

oil leak from intercooler seals

Pass 18 May 2009 60,626 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 51,179 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 41,564 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 33,006 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 75?

Based on 1,365,354 MOT tests across 103,127 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
5,824
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
103,127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 82,341
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,582
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36,066
Registration plate lamp not working 33,396
Direction indicator incorrect colour 27,329
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DF52 JWJ is a 2003 Rover 75 in Silver with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2003 Rover 75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 68,100 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 75 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 82,341 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF52 JWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 75 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Rover 75 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DF52 JWJ registered?

DF52 JWJ is a 2003 Rover 75, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is DF52 JWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF52 JWJ shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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