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AF03 VFL

2003 Rover 75

Black Diesel 1950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

106,776 mi
Last recorded106,776 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Rover 7568,100 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 VFL
MakeRover
Model75
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 106,776 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slight damage (0.1 (b))

Fail 2 Jun 2026 106,776 miles

Central Rear Fuel pipe insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slight damage (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 May 2025 96,565 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 88,761 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2024 88,761 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2023 75,704 miles

Exhaust heat shield corroded and slightly loose. secured with cable tie

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

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Rear end Generalised rust (minor) (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 26 May 2022 62,797 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut Top bush or bearing has slight roughness

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

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2021 52,219 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pre brake hose connection (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pre brake hose connection (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2020 51,392 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

steering rack/column slight free play

Pass 6 Jun 2019 49,786 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2019 49,786 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side low effort (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Both front to rear brake pipes starting to corrode

Handbrake lever travel getting high

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 47,446 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 46,529 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 45,019 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 43,607 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 41,732 miles

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

rear exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 27 Feb 2013 39,869 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 37,393 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 33,825 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 31,644 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 28,503 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 26,057 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 23,438 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 19,459 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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AF03 VFL is a 2003 Rover 75 in Black with a 1,950cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AF03 VFL, 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 AF03 VFL registered?

AF03 VFL is a 2003 Rover 75, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is AF03 VFL safe to buy?

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