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LR53 PPZ

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

98,187 mi
Last recorded98,187 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 PPZ
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2018 98,187 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 91,845 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 88,814 miles

Front and rear suspension prescribed areas have slight corrosion

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

Pass 9 Dec 2014 88,757 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 87,718 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 85,283 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 82,003 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 78,231 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 12 Oct 2009 67,887 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 56,662 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2008 56,662 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2007 45,338 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 34,076 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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LR53 PPZ is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LR53 PPZ, 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 LR53 PPZ?

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What year was LR53 PPZ registered?

LR53 PPZ is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 16 October 2003.

Is LR53 PPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 PPZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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