CarVerify

Free Car Check

FL53 ZHF

2003 Rover 45

Red Diesel 1994cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

143,303 mi
Last recorded143,303 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Rover
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 ZHF
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2019 143,303 miles

Offside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front tyre scrubbed to inner edge

Offside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Oct 2019 143,303 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle damaged cover missing (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength drivers floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front tyre scrubbed to inner edge

Offside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 140,533 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2018 140,533 miles

Emissions not tested excess smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 138,507 miles

GENERAL UNDERBODY CORROSION . PLAST SILL COVERS FITTED.

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 7 Oct 2017 138,507 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

GENERAL UNDERBODY CORROSION . PLAST SILL COVERS FITTED.

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 135,563 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm just legal (4.1.E.1)

bad oil leak from engine

slight corrosion both sides rear metal brake pipes

Fail 6 Oct 2016 135,563 miles

Emissions not tested aux belt shredded and flapping (7.4.B.1)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides split poor (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Body has excessive displacement which may lead to loss of vehicle control inner panel catching on lock test (6.1.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm just legal (4.1.E.1)

bad oil leak from engine

slight corrosion both sides rear metal brake pipes

Pass 6 Oct 2015 132,400 miles

slight blow on silencer front pipe.

Fail 6 Oct 2015 132,400 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/55/15 H (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm locating pin retaining device missing bottom joint (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

slight blow on silencer front pipe.

Pass 7 Oct 2014 129,412 miles

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

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

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

both inner sills at rear corroding.

nearside front tyre 2.5mm. fuel tank corroding

Fail 7 Oct 2014 129,412 miles

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

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

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

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

both inner sills at rear corroding.

nearside front tyre 2.5mm. fuel tank corroding

Pass 26 Sep 2013 125,874 miles

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

all steel brake pipes have some corrosion on them

Fail 26 Sep 2013 125,874 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

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

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

all steel brake pipes have some corrosion on them

Pass 26 Sep 2012 121,245 miles

all steel brake pipes have some corrosion on them

Fail 26 Sep 2012 121,245 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

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

all steel brake pipes have some corrosion on them

Pass 12 Sep 2011 118,382 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

fuel tank corroded at seam

Pass 10 Sep 2010 117,106 miles

various rear brake pipes starting to corrode

Fail 10 Sep 2010 117,050 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

various rear brake pipes starting to corrode

Pass 10 Sep 2009 115,482 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 119,940 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 92,866 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 74,627 miles

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

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
Full Rover 45 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FL53 ZHF is a 2003 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 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 FL53 ZHF, 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

How do I check the history of FL53 ZHF?

You can check the full history of FL53 ZHF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FL53 ZHF registered?

FL53 ZHF is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is FL53 ZHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL53 ZHF shows 23 tests with a 60.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FL53 ZHF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FL53 ZHF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.