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AU03 RUH

2003 Rover 45

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

74,645 mi
Last recorded74,645 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU03 RUH
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2017 74,645 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 72,213 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2016 72,213 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 6 Jan 2015 67,187 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 67,187 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 62,787 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 62,787 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 Nov 2012 59,015 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 54,497 miles

nearside ABS ring fractured no fault indicated

paint work damage nearside

Fail 15 Aug 2011 54,494 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

nearside ABS ring fractured no fault indicated

paint work damage nearside

Pass 15 Jul 2010 47,786 miles

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

offside rear tyre near wear markers

Pass 8 Jul 2009 41,056 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 39,640 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 30,272 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2008 30,272 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 30,118 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 27,617 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 20,195 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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AU03 RUH is a 2003 Rover 45 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 AU03 RUH, 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 AU03 RUH registered?

AU03 RUH is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is AU03 RUH safe to buy?

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