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AF03 VHG

2003 Rover 45

Silver Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

92,867 mi
Last recorded92,867 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2012
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 VHG
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2012 92,867 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front exhaust slightly deteriorated.

Fail 22 Jun 2012 92,867 miles

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

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

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front exhaust slightly deteriorated.

Pass 3 Jun 2011 82,688 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2011 82,688 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 9 Jun 2010 75,456 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2010 75,456 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 66,117 miles
Fail 26 May 2008 55,309 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2008 55,309 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 44,435 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 44,435 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Apr 2006 30,841 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 VHG is a 2003 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VHG, 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 VHG registered?

AF03 VHG is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 12 March 2003.

Is AF03 VHG safe to buy?

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