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AP52 ASV

2003 Rover 45

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

27,907 mi
Last recorded27,907 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP52 ASV
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 27,907 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 26,833 miles

engine light on

rear exhaust system fractured and blowing slightly

Fail 29 Oct 2024 26,833 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

engine light on

rear exhaust system fractured and blowing slightly

Pass 31 Jul 2023 25,430 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 24,687 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 23,973 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 23,130 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 22,471 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 21,671 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 21,661 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2017 20,952 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 19,919 miles

Eml light on

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also feathered, both sides (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Jun 2015 18,443 miles

Eml light on

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 23 Jun 2015 18,443 miles

Eml light on

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

Rear tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 26 Jun 2014 17,122 miles

eml light on

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 26 Jun 2013 15,736 miles

engine management light on

Pass 28 Jun 2012 14,420 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 12,846 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 11,307 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 9,901 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 8,488 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 7,064 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 5,387 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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AP52 ASV is a 2003 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 AP52 ASV, 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

How do I check the history of AP52 ASV?

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What year was AP52 ASV registered?

AP52 ASV is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 22 February 2003.

Is AP52 ASV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP52 ASV shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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