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FH53 HFN

2003 Rover 45

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

44,142 mi
Last recorded44,142 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 HFN
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2016 44,142 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2016 43,998 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. Rotation in correct (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 38,127 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2014 35,204 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 31,659 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 27,072 miles

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

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

Stone chip out of swept area

Pass 9 Dec 2010 23,968 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2010 23,968 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2009 21,048 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 17,751 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2008 17,751 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Nov 2007 14,667 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2006 11,714 miles

excessive handbrake travel at lever

offside front tyre tread pattern worn low on inner edge

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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FH53 HFN is a 2003 Rover 45 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FH53 HFN, 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 FH53 HFN registered?

FH53 HFN is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is FH53 HFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH53 HFN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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