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GL52 KXK

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

68,001 mi
Last recorded68,001 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2012
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL52 KXK
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2012 68,001 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 28 Dec 2011 64,350 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Dec 2011 64,350 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 59,975 miles

Battery insecure

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Seat belt pre-tensioner has been activated

Pass 10 Dec 2009 57,207 miles

Coolant leak

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

Oil leak

Pass 30 Dec 2008 52,913 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2008 52,913 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Dec 2007 47,225 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2007 47,225 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Nov 2006 40,987 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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GL52 KXK is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 GL52 KXK, 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 GL52 KXK?

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What year was GL52 KXK registered?

GL52 KXK is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 22 January 2003.

Is GL52 KXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL52 KXK shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GL52 KXK have outstanding finance?

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