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GF53 HRX

2003 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,160 mi
Last recorded98,160 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 HRX
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2013 98,160 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2012 83,480 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 83,480 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2011 76,406 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 75,214 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 75,214 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 60,364 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2009 60,364 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2008 48,679 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 40,976 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 40,976 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 28,048 miles

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

o/s and n/s rear tyre tread feathering but indicating tyre structure failure

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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GF53 HRX is a 2003 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GF53 HRX, 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 GF53 HRX?

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What year was GF53 HRX registered?

GF53 HRX is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 4 October 2003.

Is GF53 HRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF53 HRX shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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