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KP53 LJF

2003 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

71,105 mi
Last recorded71,105 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP53 LJF
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2017 71,105 miles

engine managment light on speedo

Pass 2 Dec 2016 65,131 miles

EML

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s/f & o/s/f (4.1.E.1)

Front coil spring corroded n/s/f & o/s/f (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement N/S/R & O/S/R (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 55,616 miles

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

engine management light on

Fail 14 Oct 2015 55,599 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

engine management light on

Pass 29 Sep 2014 47,278 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 39,388 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 Sep 2012 31,320 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2012 31,320 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 23,802 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2010 15,804 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 15,701 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 14,797 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 12,808 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 9,910 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 9,910 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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KP53 LJF is a 2003 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KP53 LJF, 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 KP53 LJF registered?

KP53 LJF is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is KP53 LJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP53 LJF shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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