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KV53 JBX

2003 Rover 75

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

54,815 mi
Last recorded54,815 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Rover 7568,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV53 JBX
MakeRover
Model75
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 54,815 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust box corrorded

Pass 22 Feb 2025 51,194 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2023 48,961 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

n/s door mirror insecure

Fail 26 Aug 2023 48,961 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

n/s door mirror insecure

Pass 17 Aug 2022 47,220 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

under tray fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2021 44,064 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 42,521 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 38,673 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 35,214 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 34,467 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 33,782 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2014 32,677 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 32,182 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 30,043 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 27,491 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 24,672 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 22,304 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 20,898 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2007 20,898 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Nov 2006 17,537 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 75?

Based on 1,365,354 MOT tests across 103,127 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
5,824
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
103,127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 82,341
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,582
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36,066
Registration plate lamp not working 33,396
Direction indicator incorrect colour 27,329
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KV53 JBX is a 2003 Rover 75 in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2003 Rover 75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 68,100 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 75 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 82,341 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KV53 JBX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 75 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Rover 75 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KV53 JBX?

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What year was KV53 JBX registered?

KV53 JBX is a 2003 Rover 75, first registered on 18 November 2003.

Is KV53 JBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV53 JBX shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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