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KR53 RZP

2003 Rover 45

Silver Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,421 mi
Last recorded79,421 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2017 79,421 miles

front brakes slightly binding

Fail 14 Dec 2017 79,421 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

front brakes slightly binding

Pass 24 Nov 2016 73,021 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 73,021 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 68,961 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 68,961 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 8 Dec 2014 65,462 miles

Both front tyres are becoming worn on the inside .

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

The ABS reluctor ring has snapped .

n/s rear tyre was under inflated at time of test .

Pass 8 Dec 2014 65,462 miles

Both front tyres are becoming worn on the inside .

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

The ABS reluctor ring has snapped .

n/s rear tyre was under inflated at time of test .

Pass 2 Dec 2013 62,171 miles

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

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

both front corners of floor corroded near subframe mounts and jacking points

Pass 13 Dec 2012 58,903 miles

Both front tyres were underinflated at time of test.

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

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

The o/s ABS reluctor ring has snapped .

The o/s front tyre inner sidewall is damaged slightly.

Pass 6 Dec 2011 52,043 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 46,514 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 41,338 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Slight binding on O/S/F brake caliper

Pass 22 Dec 2008 34,526 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 27,754 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 20,168 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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KR53 RZP is a 2003 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RZP, 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 RZP registered?

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

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