MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
153,644 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Oil leak
evidence of o/s front brake binding not binding at test
n/s front tyre voide of tread on edges not measurable tread
n/s wiper worn
Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Oil leak
evidence of o/s front brake binding not binding at test
n/s front tyre voide of tread on edges not measurable tread
n/s wiper worn
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
heavy oil leaks
offside rear tyre wearing on outer edge
steering and suspension covered in oil
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
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)
have removed object from windscreen so pass can be issued
How Reliable is the Rover 45?
Based on 849,212 MOT tests across 72,661 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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OU53 UVB is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 OU53 UVB, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of OU53 UVB?
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What year was OU53 UVB registered?
OU53 UVB is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 19 September 2003.
Is OU53 UVB safe to buy?
The MOT history for OU53 UVB shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does OU53 UVB have outstanding finance?
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