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KV53 KFX

2003 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

56,882 mi
Last recorded56,882 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV53 KFX
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2018 56,882 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid and rear exhaust sections corroded and leaking slightly (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

cover sills fitted not allowing a full inspection of some components

Fail 8 Jun 2018 56,882 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid and rear exhaust sections corroded and leaking slightly (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

cover sills fitted not allowing a full inspection of some components

Pass 2 May 2017 56,144 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 53,261 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2015 49,788 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 May 2014 46,078 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 15 May 2013 42,509 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 42,509 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2012 39,677 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 36,602 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 33,561 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 33,561 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 27 May 2009 30,503 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 30,503 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 27,157 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 24,455 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 23,121 miles

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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KV53 KFX is a 2003 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KV53 KFX, 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 KV53 KFX registered?

KV53 KFX is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 21 November 2003.

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