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MT53 CWD

2003 Rover 45

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

50,478 mi
Last recorded50,478 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT53 CWD
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2017 50,478 miles

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

Rust setting to underbody

Pass 4 Nov 2015 45,437 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2015 45,437 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 41,385 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 35,530 miles

Centre Exhaust Section to Tailpipe Section Flange Becoming Corroded.

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 14 Nov 2012 32,154 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 32,154 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 29,259 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 26,028 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2009 22,905 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2009 22,905 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 20,882 miles

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

n/s rear tyre edge worn

Pass 16 Nov 2007 14,968 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 9,956 miles

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)

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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MT53 CWD is a 2003 Rover 45 in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MT53 CWD, 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.

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What year was MT53 CWD registered?

MT53 CWD is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is MT53 CWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT53 CWD shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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