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LS53 BDV

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,352 mi
Last recorded79,352 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS53 BDV
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2025 79,352 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 78,125 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 76,090 miles

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive corner floorpan (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive corner floorpan (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 74,448 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 72,078 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor pan has heavy surface corrosion on both sides but still solid (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 69,661 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 67,751 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 64,930 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 62,309 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 59,550 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 56,667 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 53,929 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 49,920 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 46,412 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 42,841 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 38,312 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 34,032 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 30,354 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 27,758 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 24,332 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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LS53 BDV is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LS53 BDV, 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 LS53 BDV registered?

LS53 BDV is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 10 December 2003.

Is LS53 BDV safe to buy?

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