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AF03 URX

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,924 mi
Last recorded68,924 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 URX
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2014 68,924 miles

Nearside and offside rear axle mounting rubbers perished and worn

all tyres starting to perish

hand brake travel requires adjustment.

nearside front tyre wall cut

Fail 8 Aug 2014 68,924 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside and offside rear axle mounting rubbers perished and worn

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all tyres starting to perish

hand brake travel requires adjustment.

nearside front tyre wall cut

Pass 8 Mar 2013 59,493 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2013 59,493 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 56,685 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 51,145 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 51,145 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Mar 2010 45,693 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 4 Mar 2009 37,504 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 30,694 miles

both rear tyres low and out of shape

Pass 12 Mar 2007 24,474 miles

rear tyre starting to wear unevenly †unable to see inner pads

Pass 17 Mar 2006 19,416 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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AF03 URX is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AF03 URX, 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 AF03 URX registered?

AF03 URX is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is AF03 URX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 URX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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