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AW03 DNE

2003 Rover 75

Green Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

122,126 mi
Last recorded122,126 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover 7568,100 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAW03 DNE
MakeRover
Model75
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2017 122,126 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 11 Sep 2017 122,126 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 110,505 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output dip (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output main (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output dip (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output main (1.7.5a)

suspect engine coolant leak

Pass 21 Sep 2015 107,779 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

both headlamp lenes deteriorating

rear heat shield insecure

Fail 21 Sep 2015 107,779 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

both headlamp lenes deteriorating

rear heat shield insecure

Pass 20 Aug 2014 100,929 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 100,929 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 93,072 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 85,815 miles

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

slight distortion to o/s rear brake disc

Pass 29 Jul 2011 78,231 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 71,673 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 6 Aug 2009 66,126 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 66,126 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 60,008 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 60,008 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 52,845 miles

chassis metal brakepipes starting to corrode around support clips.

Fail 6 Aug 2007 52,845 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

chassis metal brakepipes starting to corrode around support clips.

Pass 31 Jul 2006 37,340 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 75?

Based on 1,365,354 MOT tests across 103,127 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
5,824
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
103,127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 82,341
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,582
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36,066
Registration plate lamp not working 33,396
Direction indicator incorrect colour 27,329
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AW03 DNE is a 2003 Rover 75 in Green with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Rover 75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 68,100 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 75 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 82,341 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AW03 DNE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 75 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Rover 75 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AW03 DNE registered?

AW03 DNE is a 2003 Rover 75, first registered on 14 August 2003.

Is AW03 DNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AW03 DNE shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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