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FV53 LZP

2003 Rover 45

Gold Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

51,089 mi
Last recorded51,089 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV53 LZP
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2024 51,089 miles

Coil spring corroded X4 springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 50,152 miles

Coil spring corroded X4 Springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 49,503 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 48,836 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 47,824 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2020 47,824 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 44,957 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 40,712 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 34,963 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 28,531 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2015 26,282 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 22,179 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 18,932 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 15,084 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 10,189 miles

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE INNER EDGE WORN

Pass 10 Nov 2010 4,212 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 3,320 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 2,528 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 2,092 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 1,618 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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FV53 LZP is a 2003 Rover 45 in Gold with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 FV53 LZP, 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 FV53 LZP registered?

FV53 LZP is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is FV53 LZP safe to buy?

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