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AX03 OSD

2003 Rover 75

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2025
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

146,471 mi
Last recorded146,471 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Rover 7568,100 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX03 OSD
MakeRover
Model75
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2024 146,471 miles

Handbrake travel

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension components corrodet

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 21 Nov 2024 146,471 miles

Handbrake travel

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension components corrodet

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2023 142,082 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking points (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2022 137,335 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Around jacking points (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 132,559 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security around jacking points (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2021 132,559 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security around jacking points (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 128,701 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 126,760 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 121,292 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 116,609 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 106,513 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jul 2015 99,043 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 99,043 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 92,745 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 92,745 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2013 86,519 miles

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 1 Jul 2013 86,519 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 2 Jul 2012 79,793 miles

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

airbag light remains on

Pass 2 Jul 2012 79,793 miles

airbag light remains on

Pass 18 Jun 2011 68,577 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 60,039 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 52,809 miles

Air Bag Light on

Pass 14 Jul 2008 45,263 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 34,309 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 25,156 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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AX03 OSD is a 2003 Rover 75 in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AX03 OSD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AX03 OSD registered?

AX03 OSD is a 2003 Rover 75, first registered on 25 June 2003.

Is AX03 OSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX03 OSD shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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