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SB53 VNP

2003 Rover 45

Gold Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,493 mi
Last recorded84,493 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB53 VNP
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2019 84,493 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 May 2018 78,785 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 73,397 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded central chassis leg (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 24 May 2016 65,906 miles

Nearside Rear brake pipe has minor section of pitting

adequate sections of welding carried out at both front jacking points

Pass 5 Feb 2015 60,028 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 59,811 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 53,704 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 48,594 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 40,692 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 32,413 miles

condition of rear number plate

Pass 25 May 2009 25,497 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 23,326 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 19,932 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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SB53 VNP is a 2003 Rover 45 in Gold with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SB53 VNP, 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 SB53 VNP registered?

SB53 VNP is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 15 December 2003.

Is SB53 VNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB53 VNP shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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