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SD53 TUU

2003 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

71,958 mi
Last recorded71,958 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD53 TUU
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2013 71,958 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2013 71,956 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 62,685 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 58,708 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2010 41,975 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 37,076 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 31,655 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 25,893 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 22,426 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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SD53 TUU is a 2003 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SD53 TUU, 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

How do I check the history of SD53 TUU?

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What year was SD53 TUU registered?

SD53 TUU is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is SD53 TUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD53 TUU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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