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WV53 FYJ

2003 Rover 75

Blue Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Rover 7568,100 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV53 FYJ
MakeRover
Model75
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2018

Coolant leak ()

Front Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Fail 14 Mar 2018

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Coolant leak ()

Front Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 12 Apr 2017

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

corrosion rear suspension

engine covers fitted

exhaust system corroded

front brake pads getting low

surface corrosion rear inner sills

under trays fitted

Fail 5 Apr 2017

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

corrosion rear suspension

engine covers fitted

exhaust system corroded

front brake pads getting low

surface corrosion rear inner sills

under trays fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2016
Pass 1 Apr 2015
Pass 28 Mar 2014 999,999 miles

Child seat fitted to nearside rear seat so full inspection of seat belt could not be carried out.

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 28 Mar 2014 999,999 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Child seat fitted to nearside rear seat so full inspection of seat belt could not be carried out.

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2013

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

rear exhaust box outer casing rusty

Pass 2 Apr 2012
Fail 29 Mar 2012

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011

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

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Mar 2011

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

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 999,999 miles

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

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

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both front springs rub wing liner

Pass 19 Nov 2008
Fail 12 Nov 2008

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

fault with mileage clock and unable to read

restricted view of rear coil springs but look and feel complete

Pass 7 Nov 2007 99,999 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2006 57,058 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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WV53 FYJ is a 2003 Rover 75 in Blue with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WV53 FYJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WV53 FYJ registered?

WV53 FYJ is a 2003 Rover 75, first registered on 14 November 2003.

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The MOT history for WV53 FYJ shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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