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VU53 FWG

2004 Rover 75

Gold Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

94,343 mi
Last recorded94,343 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2017
Typical for 2004 Rover 7571,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU53 FWG
MakeRover
Model75
Year2004
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2017 94,343 miles

All FOUR tyres have age related cracks

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 93,845 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak ()

Pass 5 Nov 2015 92,829 miles

oil leak

Pass 4 Nov 2014 91,887 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2014 91,887 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 91,317 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 90,842 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 90,283 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2007 76,379 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Dec 2007 76,379 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Jan 2007 59,843 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 75?

Based on 1,365,354 MOT tests across 103,127 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
5,824
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
103,127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 82,341
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,582
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36,066
Registration plate lamp not working 33,396
Direction indicator incorrect colour 27,329
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VU53 FWG is a 2004 Rover 75 in Gold with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2004 Rover 75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 71,248 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VU53 FWG, 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 22 years old, this Rover 75 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU53 FWG registered?

VU53 FWG is a 2004 Rover 75, first registered on 10 January 2004.

Is VU53 FWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU53 FWG shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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