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KN53 AFO

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

107,272 mi
Last recorded107,272 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN53 AFO
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 107,272 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 104,195 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 102,095 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 102,033 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 101,947 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 101,563 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 98,698 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 93,952 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 88,905 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2017 88,905 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Oct 2016 85,074 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 80,107 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 70,881 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 65,285 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 60,279 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2011 53,753 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 48,139 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2009 43,275 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 37,211 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 29,297 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 21,619 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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KN53 AFO is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 KN53 AFO, 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 KN53 AFO registered?

KN53 AFO is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is KN53 AFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN53 AFO shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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