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FG53 SZJ

2003 Rover 75

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

73,263 mi
Last recorded73,263 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 Rover 7568,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 SZJ
MakeRover
Model75
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2013 73,263 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 67,926 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 63,470 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 60,920 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2010 60,920 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2009 57,323 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 54,134 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2007 26,469 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2006 14,659 miles

nsf tyre worn on outer edge

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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FG53 SZJ is a 2003 Rover 75 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FG53 SZJ, 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

How do I check the history of FG53 SZJ?

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What year was FG53 SZJ registered?

FG53 SZJ is a 2003 Rover 75, first registered on 17 October 2003.

Is FG53 SZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG53 SZJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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