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LS53 NMK

2003 Rover 75

Gold Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

56,622 mi
Last recorded56,622 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Rover 7568,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS53 NMK
MakeRover
Model75
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2026 56,622 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2026 56,622 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both front (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2025 55,552 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2025 55,552 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both front (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 52,752 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slight bulge in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front to rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 Aug 2024 52,752 miles

Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45r17 91w (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slight bulge in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front to rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Dec 2020 52,379 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 23 Dec 2020 52,379 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 49,649 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 45,657 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 38,670 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 33,521 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2016 33,521 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 30,094 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 28,793 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 19 Jun 2013 27,199 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 Jul 2012 25,669 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 24,703 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 23,146 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 23,146 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2009 21,202 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 18,851 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 15,252 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 13,551 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 75?

Based on 1,365,354 MOT tests across 103,127 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
5,824
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
103,127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 82,341
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,582
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36,066
Registration plate lamp not working 33,396
Direction indicator incorrect colour 27,329
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LS53 NMK is a 2003 Rover 75 in Gold with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Rover 75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 68,100 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 75 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 82,341 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LS53 NMK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 75 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Rover 75 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LS53 NMK registered?

LS53 NMK is a 2003 Rover 75, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is LS53 NMK safe to buy?

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