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AE03 DVR

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,085 mi
Last recorded36,085 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 DVR
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2015 36,085 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 7 Jan 2014 34,290 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 31,776 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 29,132 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 26,126 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 23,141 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 20,419 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 20,419 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 17,440 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 14,367 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 14,367 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2006 10,487 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 45?

Based on 849,212 MOT tests across 72,661 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
5,217
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
72,661
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 48,934
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 22,560
Stop lamp not working 21,816
Brake pipe excessively corroded 21,244
constant velocity joint gaiter split 16,014
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AE03 DVR is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Rover 45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 52,274 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 45 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 48,934 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE03 DVR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 45 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Rover 45 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE03 DVR registered?

AE03 DVR is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 29 March 2003.

Is AE03 DVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE03 DVR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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