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SG53 RYH

2003 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2017
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,052 mi
Last recorded50,052 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG53 RYH
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 19 Sep 2016 50,052 miles

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2015 37,759 miles

Body has slight corrosion osf underside (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil osr (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 30,388 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 26,385 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 24,024 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 21,565 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 11,635 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 11,400 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 11,052 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 10,841 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 10,467 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 9,841 miles

n/s/f tyre 1.6mm 1.6mm on inner edge

o/s/f tyre 1.6mm on inner edge + nail in tread

Pass 6 Sep 2006 8,330 miles

both front tyres scrubbing slightly inside edge

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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SG53 RYH is a 2003 Rover 45 in Red 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 SG53 RYH, 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 SG53 RYH registered?

SG53 RYH is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is SG53 RYH safe to buy?

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