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PK53 MPU

2003 Rover 45

Gold Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

127,952 mi
Last recorded127,952 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK53 MPU
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2018 127,952 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)

Pass 25 Mar 2017 120,596 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 110,432 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 100,187 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 92,956 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 87,900 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 82,332 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 79,265 miles

n/s/r trailing arm bush splitting

plastic over sills fitted

rear exhaust section shopwing corrosion at flange joint to centre section

Pass 5 Jan 2010 75,923 miles

n/s/r trailing arm bush splitting slightly

rear service brake showing some imbalance

Pass 8 Jan 2009 59,691 miles

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

front brake pads worn low

Pass 2 Jan 2008 38,447 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 15,994 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jan 2007 15,994 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Inner 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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PK53 MPU is a 2003 Rover 45 in Gold with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 PK53 MPU, 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

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What year was PK53 MPU registered?

PK53 MPU is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 29 November 2003.

Is PK53 MPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK53 MPU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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