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WG53 FWP

2003 Rover 75

Gold Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

125,028 mi
Last recorded125,028 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Rover 7568,100 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG53 FWP
MakeRover
Model75
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2014 125,028 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 122,404 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2013 122,364 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Dec 2012 120,473 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2011 119,653 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

engine cover fitted not allowing full under body inspection

Pass 15 Dec 2010 117,228 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 114,323 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 111,644 miles

Baffle loose in rear silencer.

Brake pedal creaks.

Handbrake lever grip coming loose.

Handbrake travel slightly long. Recommend adjustment.

N/S/F Tyre scrubbing on outer edge.

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

Pass 22 Aug 2007 107,857 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 98,745 miles

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

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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WG53 FWP is a 2003 Rover 75 in Gold with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 WG53 FWP, 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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What year was WG53 FWP registered?

WG53 FWP is a 2003 Rover 75, first registered on 30 December 2003.

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