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LG53 WSV

2003 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

26,642 mi
Last recorded26,642 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG53 WSV
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2015 26,642 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2014 24,287 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 21,810 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2013 21,810 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 18,761 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 16,384 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 14,555 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 12,387 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 10,887 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 9,493 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 8,339 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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LG53 WSV is a 2003 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LG53 WSV, 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

How do I check the history of LG53 WSV?

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What year was LG53 WSV registered?

LG53 WSV is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is LG53 WSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG53 WSV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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