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AK03 DLF

2003 Rover 45

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

78,709 mi
Last recorded78,709 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 DLF
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Fail 9 Jun 2021 78,709 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre section corroded and holed (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pipe excessively damaged to o/s/r brake hose damaged by exhaust fouling (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch/sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to n/s/r brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

all front and rear suspension components corroded

both rear tyres worn on edges

n/s/f tyre tread low [2mm] and heavily worn on edges

o/s/f tyre heavily worn on edges

sill covers fitted preventing full sill inspection

Pass 4 Jul 2020 67,398 miles

Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2020 67,182 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Fuel pipe union leaking behind fuel tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded all around (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 62,908 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2019 62,880 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Power steering malfunctioning not working (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Apr 2018 54,347 miles

handbrake could be better

some corrosion to brake pipes

Pass 27 Feb 2017 51,150 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2017 51,129 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2016 48,631 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 48,631 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 46,801 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2014 45,027 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 42,471 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 39,781 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON INNER EDGES.

Pass 28 Feb 2011 36,320 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 32,257 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 28,057 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 24,070 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 20,506 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 17,134 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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AK03 DLF is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 AK03 DLF, 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.

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AK03 DLF is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 4 March 2003.

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