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GF53 TVP

2003 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

45,590 mi
Last recorded45,590 miles
Recorded on24 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 TVP
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2018 45,590 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive From engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2017 45,347 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2016 44,205 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2015 41,529 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 24 Mar 2014 38,383 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Mar 2014 38,383 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Mar 2013 35,648 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 35,648 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 33,338 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 30,721 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 30,721 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 27,871 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2009 25,129 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 23,693 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 15,791 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 14,829 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)

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 TVP is a 2003 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GF53 TVP, 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 GF53 TVP registered?

GF53 TVP is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is GF53 TVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF53 TVP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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