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OU53 VCP

2003 Rover 75

Red Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2017
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

78,077 mi
Last recorded78,077 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover 7568,100 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU53 VCP
MakeRover
Model75
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2016 78,077 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 73,253 miles

Nearside Front top strut bearing notchy

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front top strut bearing notchy

Fail 28 Oct 2015 73,253 miles

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

Nearside Front top strut bearing notchy

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front top strut bearing notchy

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 69,047 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 62,666 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 62,666 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 58,137 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 53,196 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 48,260 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 47,837 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 42,221 miles

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

o /s front tyre worn on outeredge

Pass 5 Nov 2008 37,394 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 32,251 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 22,547 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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OU53 VCP is a 2003 Rover 75 in Red with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 OU53 VCP, 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

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What year was OU53 VCP registered?

OU53 VCP is a 2003 Rover 75, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is OU53 VCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU53 VCP shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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