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KX53 LCJ

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

76,898 mi
Last recorded76,898 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX53 LCJ
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2016 76,898 miles

EML light is illuminated

Fail 16 Sep 2016 76,897 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

EML light is illuminated

Pass 19 Sep 2015 71,258 miles

oil leak

Fail 19 Sep 2015 71,258 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from flexi to front (3.6.B.2c)

oil leak

Pass 11 Sep 2014 65,831 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 60,515 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 54,776 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 48,305 miles

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

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

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

n/s/f abs reluctor ring broked

nail in n/s/r tyre

Pass 8 Sep 2010 41,578 miles

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

Fail 8 Sep 2010 41,578 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 35,131 miles

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 17 Sep 2008 28,455 miles

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 13 Sep 2007 21,349 miles

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

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

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

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 24 Aug 2006 14,159 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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KX53 LCJ is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 KX53 LCJ, 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 KX53 LCJ registered?

KX53 LCJ is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 23 September 2003.

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