CarVerify

Free Car Check

MA53 SLU

2003 Rover 75

Red Diesel 1951cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

118,612 mi
Last recorded118,612 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Rover 7568,100 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Rover
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA53 SLU
MakeRover
Model75
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Fail 26 Aug 2021 118,612 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both main (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Sep 2020 111,330 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Sep 2020 111,330 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 102,658 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 99,062 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 94,833 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 90,852 miles

both rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Fail 5 Sep 2016 90,852 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 24 Aug 2015 86,899 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 21 Aug 2014 81,715 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 76,345 miles

surface corrosion on o/s front to rear brake pipe - rear section

Fail 28 Aug 2013 76,345 miles

surface corrosion on o/s front to rear brake pipe - rear section

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 71,113 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 64,660 miles

light cracks in n/s/r tyre sidewall

small cut and light cracks in o/s/r tyre sidewall

small splits in o/s and n/s front wiper blades

surface corrosion on - o/s and n/s front to rear brake pipes (rear sections)and n/s/f brake pipe (into front flexible pipe)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 58,450 miles

o/s and n/s front mud flaps loose on inner mounting screws

surface corrosion on n/s/f brake pipe (into front flexible pipe)

Fail 24 Aug 2010 58,450 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

o/s and n/s front mud flaps loose on inner mounting screws

surface corrosion on n/s/f brake pipe (into front flexible pipe)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 51,813 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

slight damage to o/s/f tyre inner sidewall

surface corrosion on both front to rear brakes around clips

Pass 15 Sep 2008 46,166 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 46,166 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 40,409 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2006 32,549 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
Full Rover 75 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MA53 SLU is a 2003 Rover 75 in Red with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MA53 SLU, 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 MA53 SLU?

You can check the full history of MA53 SLU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MA53 SLU registered?

MA53 SLU is a 2003 Rover 75, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is MA53 SLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA53 SLU shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MA53 SLU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MA53 SLU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.