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RV53 TZC

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

80,356 mi
Last recorded80,356 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV53 TZC
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2016 80,356 miles

o/s/f brake binding slightly

Pass 28 Oct 2014 76,940 miles

n/s/f brake binding slightly

Pass 3 Oct 2013 73,725 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 19 Oct 2012 69,680 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2012 69,677 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 65,641 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2010 61,143 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Oct 2009 54,788 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 49,051 miles

all tyres close to legal limet

Pass 26 Oct 2007 43,217 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 37,802 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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RV53 TZC is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 RV53 TZC, 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 RV53 TZC registered?

RV53 TZC is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 6 September 2003.

Is RV53 TZC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV53 TZC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RV53 TZC have outstanding finance?

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