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SG53 YTK

2003 Rover 45

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,934 mi
Last recorded41,934 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG53 YTK
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2015 41,934 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 36,062 miles

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

brake pipes painted prior to test

Pass 28 Aug 2013 32,782 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 30,066 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 30,061 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 27,641 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 27,634 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nail in nearside front tyre

o/s/f tyre worn low on inner edge

Pass 23 Sep 2010 24,957 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 20,709 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2008 16,898 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 12,310 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 9,413 miles

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

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 YTK is a 2003 Rover 45 in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YTK, 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 YTK registered?

SG53 YTK is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is SG53 YTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG53 YTK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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