MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
101,290 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside 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)
brake pipes undersealed
tyres worn on edges
exhaust corroded & blowing
exhaust insecure at rear hanger
front to rear brake pipes corroded
nearside front tyre worn on edge
Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
exhaust corroded & blowing
exhaust insecure at rear hanger
front to rear brake pipes corroded
nearside front tyre worn on edge
(1.8B.2)The nearside front headlamp dipped beam image is slightly distorted
(1.8B.2)The offside front headlamp dipped beam image is slightly distorted
(2.4C.1b)The nearside front suspension spring is corroding
(2.4C.1b)The nearside rear suspension spring is corroding
(2.4C.1b)The offside front suspension spring is corroding
(2.4C.1b)The offside rear suspension spring is corroding
(2.4G.1)The nearside rear suspension arm has been painted over using underseal
(2.4G.1)The offside rear suspension arm has been painted over using underseal
(3.6B.2c)All brake pipes as far as can be seen have been painted over usiing underseal
(7.1.1)The rear exhaust silencer rubber mountings are deteriorating
(7.2.1)The fuel tank strap has been painted over using underseal
(8.1.1)The additional nearside door mirror glass is loose
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(1.8B.2)The nearside front headlamp dipped beam image is slightly distorted
(1.8B.2)The offside front headlamp dipped beam image is slightly distorted
(2.4C.1b)The nearside front suspension spring is corroding
(2.4C.1b)The nearside rear suspension spring is corroding
(2.4C.1b)The offside front suspension spring is corroding
(2.4C.1b)The offside rear suspension spring is corroding
(2.4G.1)The nearside rear suspension arm has been painted over using underseal
(2.4G.1)The offside rear suspension arm has been painted over using underseal
(3.6B.2c)All brake pipes as far as can be seen have been painted over usiing underseal
(7.1.1)The rear exhaust silencer rubber mountings are deteriorating
(7.2.1)The fuel tank strap has been painted over using underseal
(8.1.1)The additional nearside door mirror glass is loose
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
THE MOTOR VEHICLES STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
(1.8A.2)The nearside front dipped beam projected image is slightly distorted
(1.8A.2)The offside front dipped beam projected image is slightly distorted
(2.4C.1b)The nearside front suspension spring is corroding
(2.4C.1b)The nearside rear suspension spring is corroding
(2.4C.1b)The offside front suspension spring is corroding
(2.4C.1b)The offside rear suspension spring is corroding
(2.4G.1)The offside rear top suspension arm is corroding
(2.4G.2)The nearside front lower suspension arm (Rear)bush is splitting but not resulting in excessive movement at the time of the inspection
(2.4G.2)The offside front lower suspension arm (Rear)bush is splitting but not resulting in excessive movement at the time of the inspection
(3.6B.2c)All brake pipes as far as can be seen throughout the car are corroding
(7.1.1)The rear exhaust silencer rubber mountings are deteriorating
(7.2.1)The fuel tank strap is deteriorating
(8.1.1)The nearside front additional door mirror glass is loose within the fixings/pivots
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
THE MOTOR VEHICLES STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED
(2.4G.2)The nearside front suspension arm (rear) bush is deteriorating but not resulting in excessive movement at the time of examination.
(2.4G.2)The offside front suspension arm (rear) bush is deteriorating but not resulting in excessive movement at the time of examination.
(3.6B.2c)All brake pipes along their lengths as far as can be seen have surface corrosion present
(3.6G.1b)The brake reservoir fluid level has exceeded the manufacturer maximum recommendations
(6.3.1d)The front number plate lamination has deteriorated
(8.3.1e)Items hanging from the interior mirror must not be fitted,where they would obscure the drivers view of the road
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(2.4G.2)The nearside front suspension arm (rear) bush is deteriorating but not resulting in excessive movement at the time of examination.
(2.4G.2)The offside front suspension arm (rear) bush is deteriorating but not resulting in excessive movement at the time of examination.
(3.6B.2c)All brake pipes along their lengths as far as can be seen have surface corrosion present
(3.6G.1b)The brake reservoir fluid level has exceeded the manufacturer maximum recommendations
(6.3.1d)The front number plate lamination has deteriorated
(8.3.1e)Items hanging from the interior mirror must not be fitted,where they would obscure the drivers view of the road
Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
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(1.4A.2f)The offside front indicator colour is deteriorating
(1.9.1)The vehicle battery securing strap is not correctly adjusted
(2.3.6)The power steering drive system (belt) is deteriorating
(2.4G.2)The nearside front lower suspension arm (rear)bush is splitting but not resulting in excessive movement at the time of examination.
(2.4G.2)The offside front lower suspension arm (rear)bush is splitting but not resulting in excessive movement at the time of examination.
(2c)There is presence of engine oil from the oil filter area indicating that a slight leak is present
(3.1.6b)The park brake lever is operating close to the end of its working travel
(3.6B.2c)The front to rear brake pipes along their lengths throught their supports have surface corrosion present
(3.6B.2c)The nearside and the offside front brake pipes along their lengths have surface corrosion present.
(3.6B.3e)The front nearside brake hose ferrule secured to the suspension strut mounting has ingress of water and appears to have slight corrosion present
(3.6B.3e)The front offside brake hose ferrule secured to the suspension strut mounting has ingress of water and appears to have slight corrosion present
(6.3.1d)The front number plate lamination has deteriorated
(8.1.1)The nearside front door "additional mirror" glass is insecure at one of its pivot points.
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED
The following items having been examined in accordance with the above regulations have been found to be in a deteriorated/worn condition and should be given attention.
The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.
Advice on condition of front and rear brake discs.
Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
Offside Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
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SP53 UZY is a 2003 Rover 75 in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.
Across all 2003 Rover 75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 68,100 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 75 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 82,341 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP53 UZY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Rover 75 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Rover 75 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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SP53 UZY is a 2003 Rover 75, first registered on 19 September 2003.
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