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KX53 NMU

2003 Rover 45

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

68,341 mi
Last recorded68,341 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX53 NMU
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2016 68,341 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

exhaust deteriorated

standard fitment seatbelt missing at time of test

Fail 11 Jan 2016 68,340 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

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

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

exhaust deteriorated

standard fitment seatbelt missing at time of test

Pass 13 Oct 2014 64,745 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 64,745 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 60,960 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 52,737 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 52,738 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 49,273 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 43,942 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 38,709 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 33,161 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2006 27,263 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 NMU is a 2003 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 NMU, 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 NMU registered?

KX53 NMU is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 17 October 2003.

Is KX53 NMU safe to buy?

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