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AF03 VHZ

2003 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,097 mi
Last recorded65,097 miles
Recorded on18 May 2012
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 VHZ
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 18 May 2012 65,097 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2011 52,114 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 38,898 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 28,723 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 20,691 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 13,184 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 10,107 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 VHZ is a 2003 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VHZ, 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 VHZ registered?

AF03 VHZ is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 20 March 2003.

Is AF03 VHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 VHZ shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AF03 VHZ have outstanding finance?

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