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AF03 VEP

2003 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

78,019 mi
Last recorded78,019 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 VEP
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2016 78,019 miles

Coolant leak ()

Fail 24 Dec 2016 78,019 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front bumper damaged

Pass 20 Dec 2015 71,474 miles

Front windscreen wipers are smearing the screen

Fail 20 Dec 2015 71,474 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front windscreen wipers are smearing the screen

Offside Front tyre is deteriorated

Pass 22 Dec 2014 66,204 miles

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

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

front abs rings corroded

Pass 28 Dec 2013 59,907 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 28 Dec 2013 59,907 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2013 56,057 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 52,942 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Jan 2011 52,239 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 50,273 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 45,409 miles

both rear tyres wearing inside edges rear w/washers n/w

Pass 11 Feb 2008 40,107 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 32,402 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 25,092 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 VEP is a 2003 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VEP, 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 VEP registered?

AF03 VEP is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 3 March 2003.

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