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SL53 YKA

2003 Rover 45

Green Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

143,778 mi
Last recorded143,778 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL53 YKA
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 25 Sep 2014 143,778 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 143,778 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 138,615 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 138,615 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 129,772 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 29 Nov 2012 129,772 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 124,197 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 124,197 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Dec 2010 117,945 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 111,990 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2008 106,814 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 93,327 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 71,448 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 YKA is a 2003 Rover 45 in Green with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YKA, 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 SL53 YKA registered?

SL53 YKA is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is SL53 YKA safe to buy?

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