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KX53 NEO

2003 Rover 45

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

145,722 mi
Last recorded145,722 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX53 NEO
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 12 Oct 2018 145,722 miles

Drive belt excessively worn aux belt contaminated with diesel (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn top arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users under acceleration (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded high pressure pipe at front of engine (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 137,556 miles

Corrosion underside vehicle covering brake, suspension and steering components.

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside front brake disks inner face and backing plate in poor condition. (3.5.1g)

Front Number plate cracked but not likely to be misread

Front Slight leak from front exhaust flexi

Oil and fluid leak from underside vehicle. Further investigation may be required to determine severity

Pass 28 Oct 2016 128,952 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2016 128,947 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 2 Nov 2015 121,418 miles

brake fluid getting low

corrosion on under body

corrosion on under body components

Fail 30 Oct 2015 121,409 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension locking device missing ball joint (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension locking device missing ball joint (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

brake fluid getting low

corrosion on under body

corrosion on under body components

Pass 9 Oct 2014 112,982 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 102,223 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 102,223 miles

Fuel tank insecure (7.2.1)

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 90,605 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 80,879 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 69,145 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 62,985 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 55,285 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2007 47,134 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 47,134 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 31,633 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 NEO is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 KX53 NEO, 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 KX53 NEO registered?

KX53 NEO is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 22 October 2003.

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