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RJ53 VUX

2003 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

25,526 mi
Last recorded25,526 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ53 VUX
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2019 25,526 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 24,225 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 22,978 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 21,147 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 18,999 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 17,801 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 15,894 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 15,461 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 15,461 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 13,801 miles

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 12,375 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 10,347 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 9,728 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 9,115 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 7,759 miles

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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RJ53 VUX is a 2003 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 RJ53 VUX, 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 RJ53 VUX registered?

RJ53 VUX is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is RJ53 VUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ53 VUX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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