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KL53 WCJ

2003 Rover 45

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

39,772 mi
Last recorded39,772 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2022
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL53 WCJ
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2022 39,772 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

all brake hoses slight perishing

brake pipes slight corosion

Fail 23 Nov 2022 39,772 miles

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sills holed exess corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

all brake hoses slight perishing

brake pipes slight corosion

Pass 9 Nov 2021 36,163 miles

Nearside Front inner sill slight corrosion

Offside Front inner sill slight corrosion

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

Pass 4 Dec 2020 33,555 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 31,150 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 28,521 miles

cover sills fitted unable to check for corrosion

Fail 21 Nov 2018 28,521 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

cover sills fitted unable to check for corrosion

Pass 29 Nov 2017 24,921 miles

Exhaust system slightly corroded

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on inner side

Offside Front Tyre wearing on inner side

Pass 17 Nov 2016 21,223 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 17,513 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/55r1585h conti (2m) (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Nov 2015 17,513 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/55r1585h conti (2m) (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 15,194 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 14,248 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2013 14,248 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2012 13,352 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 12,249 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 11,140 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 9,880 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 8,391 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 6,549 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 5,006 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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KL53 WCJ is a 2003 Rover 45 in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 KL53 WCJ, 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 KL53 WCJ registered?

KL53 WCJ is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is KL53 WCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL53 WCJ shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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