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KU53 ZPO

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

81,867 mi
Last recorded81,867 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2013
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU53 ZPO
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2013 81,867 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

N/s/r tyre slightly getting low

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 70,940 miles

195/55/R15/89V. OF 2.5 OR 4 NR 3 NF 2.5mm

Front pads 20% worn.

Front tyres wearing inner edges should be monitored closely.

Fail 4 Sep 2012 70,940 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

195/55/R15/89V. OF 2.5 OR 4 NR 3 NF 2.5mm

Front pads 20% worn.

Front tyres wearing inner edges should be monitored closely.

O/S washer jet partially blocked.

Pass 26 Aug 2011 60,208 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Aug 2011 60,207 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

NSF brake binding slightly

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2010 50,293 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 42,296 miles

both front tyres worn on inside edge

Pass 16 Sep 2008 34,428 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Sep 2007 25,518 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 25,513 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 9 Sep 2006 19,102 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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KU53 ZPO is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KU53 ZPO, 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 KU53 ZPO registered?

KU53 ZPO is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 19 September 2003.

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