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BF03 DVH

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

98,277 mi
Last recorded98,277 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 DVH
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 8 May 2018 98,277 miles

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded n/s (3.6.B.2c)

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded o/s (3.6.B.2c)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2016 86,443 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2016 86,377 miles

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 77,442 miles

Offside o/s/r and n/s/r brake pipes showing signs of corrosion

o/s/f and n/s/f floor shoeing sings of surface corrsion

Pass 15 Oct 2014 72,049 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 65,966 miles

both side front floor corroded no hole

Pass 22 Oct 2012 58,879 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2011 48,085 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 43,043 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 39,158 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 39,158 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2008 33,698 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2007 27,245 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 27,245 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 22,978 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2006 22,978 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

slight play to offside steering rack

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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BF03 DVH is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BF03 DVH, 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 BF03 DVH registered?

BF03 DVH is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 13 March 2003.

Is BF03 DVH safe to buy?

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