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LB52 HYT

2003 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

52,941 mi
Last recorded52,941 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB52 HYT
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2016 52,941 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 48,639 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 48,384 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 47,321 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2013 47,302 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2012 45,569 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 45,564 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 18 Jan 2012 45,446 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 42,195 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 38,552 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 15 Jan 2009 33,844 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 29,447 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 24,294 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 19,071 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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LB52 HYT is a 2003 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LB52 HYT, 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 LB52 HYT registered?

LB52 HYT is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 20 January 2003.

Is LB52 HYT safe to buy?

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