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KR53 RZF

2003 Rover 45

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

74,348 mi
Last recorded74,348 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR53 RZF
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2017 74,348 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 68,745 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 7 Jun 2016 68,745 miles

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

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 61,352 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2013 46,678 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 34,463 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2011 25,884 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 21,680 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 21,680 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Fail 20 Mar 2009 18,410 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s and o/s front tyres on limit on inner edges

Pass 20 Mar 2009 18,410 miles

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

n/s and o/s front tyres on limit on inner edges

Pass 26 Mar 2008 15,246 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 14,051 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

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 RZF is a 2003 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 RZF, 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 KR53 RZF registered?

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

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The MOT history for KR53 RZF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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