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RV53 TZD

2003 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

62,423 mi
Last recorded62,423 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV53 TZD
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2024 62,423 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 60,825 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 59,744 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 58,713 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 59,171 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 41,494 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 1 Jul 2013 41,494 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 26 Jun 2012 31,925 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs slightly worn.

Pass 23 Jun 2011 26,828 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 24,835 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 22,941 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 22,941 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 20,076 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 16,957 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 13,188 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 TZD is a 2003 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 TZD, 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 TZD registered?

RV53 TZD is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is RV53 TZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV53 TZD shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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