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KS52 FLX

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

111,141 mi
Last recorded111,141 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS52 FLX
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2018 111,141 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 99,782 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 88,679 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 81,299 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 72,406 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 65,462 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 61,475 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 58,570 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 58,557 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 20 Jan 2010 54,125 miles

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

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

front number plate cracked

screw in nearside front tyre

Pass 22 Jan 2009 47,483 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2009 47,483 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 24 Jan 2008 41,047 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front no plate has slight crack

Pass 24 Jan 2008 41,047 miles

front no plate has slight crack

Pass 1 Feb 2007 35,522 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2006 29,363 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006
Fail 31 Jan 2006 29,363 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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KS52 FLX is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KS52 FLX, 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

How do I check the history of KS52 FLX?

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What year was KS52 FLX registered?

KS52 FLX is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 30 January 2003.

Is KS52 FLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS52 FLX shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KS52 FLX have outstanding finance?

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