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SL53 NNU

2003 Rover 45

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

142,866 mi
Last recorded142,866 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2011
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL53 NNU
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2011 142,866 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 136,524 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Feb 2010 136,524 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 24,666 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 12,208 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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SL53 NNU is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SL53 NNU, 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 SL53 NNU?

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What year was SL53 NNU registered?

SL53 NNU is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is SL53 NNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL53 NNU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SL53 NNU have outstanding finance?

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