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KR53 RVL

2003 Rover 45

Silver Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

87,525 mi
Last recorded87,525 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR53 RVL
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2016 87,525 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 85,855 miles

rear tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 17 Nov 2012 76,524 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Dec 2011 68,314 miles

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

Power steering fluid on minimum, signs of misting from resevoir pipes

Fail 6 Dec 2011 68,314 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Power steering fluid on minimum, signs of misting from resevoir pipes

Pass 4 Dec 2010 60,839 miles

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

engine oil level low

power steering level low

Fail 11 Dec 2009 54,628 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 54,628 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 47,329 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Dec 2007 40,420 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2006 32,344 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

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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KR53 RVL is a 2003 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KR53 RVL, 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.

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What year was KR53 RVL registered?

KR53 RVL is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 12 December 2003.

Is KR53 RVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR53 RVL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KR53 RVL have outstanding finance?

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