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LV53 PGU

2003 Rover 75

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

116,246 mi
Last recorded116,246 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Rover 7568,100 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 PGU
MakeRover
Model75
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2014 116,246 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 May 2013 106,051 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 93,866 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 93,831 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 81,665 miles

Offside rear tyre perished

Pass 30 Sep 2009 67,812 miles

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

play o/s steering rack arm

Pass 22 Sep 2008 60,740 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 51,805 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 42,261 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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LV53 PGU is a 2003 Rover 75 in Black 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 LV53 PGU, 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

How do I check the history of LV53 PGU?

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What year was LV53 PGU registered?

LV53 PGU is a 2003 Rover 75, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is LV53 PGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 PGU 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.

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