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MT53 KJJ

2003 Rover Cityrover

Blue Petrol 1405cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,874 mi
Last recorded37,874 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2015
Typical for 2003 Rover Cityrover30,530 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT53 KJJ
MakeRover
ModelCityrover
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,405cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2015 37,874 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 37,263 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2014 37,170 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

(1.2.1b)The high level stop lamps illumination are deteriorating

(2c)There is presence of engine oil indicating that a leak is present

(3.1.6b)The park brake reserve travel exceeds the vehicle manufacturer recommendations

(3.6B.2c)The offside rear brake pipe has corrosion present

(3.7B.2)The service brakes across axle (1) during their increase mode indicate that they are ready for service

(3.7B.4)The service brakes across axle (1) during their reducing mode indicate that they are ready for service

(3.7B.5b)The service brakes imbalance recorded across axle (1) is at 20%,indicating that the brakes are ready for service

(7.1.1)The exhaust centre pipe has a hanger that is excessively deteriorated and detached

(7.1.2a)The exhaust system has a slight leak present

(8.2.3)The nearside and the offside front windscreen washer(s) indicate that they are ready for service

THE MOTOR VEHICLES STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Pass 21 Oct 2013 31,875 miles

(1.8B.2)The nearside front headlamp horizontal alignment is set at the upper limit of 0.5% at the time of examination

(3.7A.6b)The calculated park brake imbalance across axle (2) has been recorded at 31%,indicating that the brakes are ready for service

(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 1.65mm

(4.1E.1)The offside front tyre at the inner side of the central band is worn unevenly

(7.1.2a)the exhaust rear silencer flange has a slight leak

(7.1.4)the exhaust rear silencer flange has is slightly noisy

(8.2.3)The nearside front windscreen washers do not provide adequate liquid to clear the remaining swept area of the windscreen,in conjunction with the wiper blade

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Fail 21 Oct 2013 31,875 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

(1.8B.2)The nearside front headlamp horizontal alignment is set at the upper limit of 0.5% at the time of examination

(2C)There is a presence of engine oil indicating that a leak is present

(3.7A.6b)The calculated park brake imbalance across axle (2) has been recorded at 31%,indicating that the brakes are ready for service

(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 1.65mm

(4.1E.1)The offside front tyre at the inner side of the central band is worn unevenly

(7.1.2a)the exhaust rear silencer flange has a slight leak

(7.1.4)the exhaust rear silencer flange has is slightly noisy

(8.2.3)The nearside front windscreen washers do not provide adequate liquid to clear the remaining swept area of the windscreen,in conjunction with the wiper blade

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Fail 5 Oct 2013 31,707 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

(1.8B.2)The headlamps horizontal beam alignment with the beam aim control positioned at number(1),there is a 1/4% gradient present indicatinf that service is due

(2c)There is a presence of engine oil indicating that a slight leak is present

(3.7A.6b)The park brake imbalance recorded is at 25%,indicating that the brakes are ready for service

(3.7A.7)The park brake efficiency recorded is low at 17%,indicating that the brakes are ready for service

(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre breadth of tread is worn down to 1.92mm

(4.1E.1)The offside front tyre at the inner side of the central band is wearing unevenly

(7.1.2a)The rear exhaust flange has a slight leak

(7.1.4)The rear exhaust silencer flange is slightly noisy

(8.2.3)The nearside front windscreen washers provide inadequate liquid to clear the windscreen remaining swept area,which are ready for service

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Pass 4 Oct 2012 26,301 miles

(2c)There is presence of oil indicating that a leak is present

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Fail 29 Sep 2012 26,240 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

(2c)There is presence of oil indicating that a leak is present

(3.7.2d)The front service brakes out of balance is at 19% throughout their operating range

(3.7.2e)The front service brakes out of balance is at 19% throughout their reducing mode of operation

(3.7.5c/6)The rear service brakes proportionality during their operating range are at 20:16%,and are noisy in operation indicating they are ready for service

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Pass 27 Sep 2011 20,083 miles

INTRODUCTION TO THE MOT TEST

There is presence of oil indicating a slight leak

Pass 21 Oct 2010 14,321 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 14,321 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 13,082 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 4 Nov 2008 11,267 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 10,762 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 9,664 miles

h/brake cable rubbing on fuel filler pipe

How Reliable is the Rover Cityrover?

Based on 105,317 MOT tests across 8,933 vehicles.

65.0%
Pass Rate
4,028
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
8,933
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,066
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 6,491
Brake pipe excessively corroded 6,019
Stop lamp not working 4,971
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,465
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MT53 KJJ is a 2003 Rover Cityrover in Blue with a 1,405cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Rover Cityrover models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 30,530 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Cityrover fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7,066 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MT53 KJJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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MT53 KJJ is a 2003 Rover Cityrover, first registered on 28 November 2003.

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