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AO03 OTS

2003 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

77,865 mi
Last recorded77,865 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 OTS
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2018 77,865 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 23% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front flexy brake hose ferrule rusty

Offside Front flexy brake hose ferrule rusty

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

oil filter rusty

Pass 15 Aug 2017 74,673 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 69,242 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 6,626 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Aug 2015 6,626 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 64,284 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 60,452 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 56,135 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 52,176 miles

wiper blades split

Pass 16 Aug 2010 46,446 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 40,961 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 40,961 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 35,776 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 29,985 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 27,375 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 21,422 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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AO03 OTS is a 2003 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AO03 OTS, 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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What year was AO03 OTS registered?

AO03 OTS is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 6 May 2003.

Is AO03 OTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO03 OTS shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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