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KN53 AFE

2003 Rover 75

Silver Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

999,999 mi
Last recorded999,999 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2023
Typical for 2003 Rover 7568,100 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN53 AFE
MakeRover
Model75
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2023 999,999 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 999,999 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2022 999,998 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 13 Jan 2021 999,999 miles

exhaust heat shield

headlamp lenses

o/s/f tyre

play o/s/f ball joint

Pass 1 Aug 2019 999,999 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 999,999 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 27 Jul 2018 999,999 miles

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

Offside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Undertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 118,918 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/f & n/s/r tyre's worn on edge's

rear exhaust box in poor condition

Fail 20 Jul 2017 118,918 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/f & n/s/r tyre's worn on edge's

rear exhaust box in poor condition

Pass 19 Aug 2016 114,045 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rear exhaust box in poor condition

Pass 1 Sep 2015 101,022 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 90,298 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

n/s/f tyre damaged in sidewall

Fail 8 Sep 2014 90,297 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

n/s/f tyre damaged in sidewall

Pass 27 Aug 2013 83,767 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Sep 2012 77,508 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Sep 2012 77,508 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Aug 2011 70,044 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 62,280 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 53,326 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 45,703 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 37,596 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 27,763 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 75?

Based on 1,365,354 MOT tests across 103,127 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
5,824
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
103,127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 82,341
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,582
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36,066
Registration plate lamp not working 33,396
Direction indicator incorrect colour 27,329
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KN53 AFE is a 2003 Rover 75 in Silver with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2003 Rover 75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 68,100 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 75 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 82,341 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KN53 AFE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 75 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Rover 75 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KN53 AFE registered?

KN53 AFE is a 2003 Rover 75, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is KN53 AFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN53 AFE shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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