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KP53 LHJ

2003 Rover Cityrover

Silver Petrol 1405cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

54,127 mi
Last recorded54,127 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Rover Cityrover30,530 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP53 LHJ
MakeRover
ModelCityrover
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,405cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2012 54,127 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

battery insecure

Fail 30 Aug 2012 54,127 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

battery insecure

Pass 6 Sep 2011 50,281 miles

Battery insecure

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

offside outer cv gaiter repaired

Pass 3 Nov 2010 46,264 miles

front brake discs pitted and worn

Pass 5 Nov 2009 36,374 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2009 36,374 miles

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

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

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

unable to see inner brake pads

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

exhaust system corroded

oil leak

Pass 10 Nov 2008 31,300 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 23,678 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 16,353 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2006 16,353 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the Rover Cityrover?

Based on 105,317 MOT tests across 8,933 vehicles.

65.0%
Pass Rate
4,028
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
8,933
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,066
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 6,491
Brake pipe excessively corroded 6,019
Stop lamp not working 4,971
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,465
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KP53 LHJ is a 2003 Rover Cityrover in Silver with a 1,405cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2003 Rover Cityrover models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 30,530 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Cityrover fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7,066 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KP53 LHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KP53 LHJ registered?

KP53 LHJ is a 2003 Rover Cityrover, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is KP53 LHJ safe to buy?

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