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A16 LVT

2003 Rover 75

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

79,526 mi
Last recorded79,526 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Rover 7568,100 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 LVT
MakeRover
Model75
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 79,526 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2025 79,309 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 74,296 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Dec 2023 74,296 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 69,822 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2021 66,479 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 64,886 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 62,773 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 59,194 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 55,479 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 51,451 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 47,695 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 44,317 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2013 40,209 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 35,898 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 31,878 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 27,965 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 24,139 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 20,044 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 16,606 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 12,108 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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A16 LVT is a 2003 Rover 75 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 A16 LVT, 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

How do I check the history of A16 LVT?

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What year was A16 LVT registered?

A16 LVT is a 2003 Rover 75, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is A16 LVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 LVT shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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