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LT53 YWJ

2003 Rover 75

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

78,553 mi
Last recorded78,553 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 Rover 7568,100 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT53 YWJ
MakeRover
Model75
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2013 78,553 miles

rear exhaust silencer corrodeed

Pass 31 Aug 2012 77,543 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear of exhaust very rusty

Pass 23 Aug 2011 74,794 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear numberplate poor

Pass 2 Sep 2010 71,036 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 66,649 miles

rear number plate in poor condition

Fail 2 Sep 2009 66,649 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear number plate in poor condition

Pass 2 Sep 2008 62,249 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 57,267 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 50,781 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

two brake pipe clips missing front to rear

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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LT53 YWJ is a 2003 Rover 75 in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LT53 YWJ, 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 LT53 YWJ registered?

LT53 YWJ is a 2003 Rover 75, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is LT53 YWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT53 YWJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LT53 YWJ have outstanding finance?

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