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BF03 EFN

2003 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

57,619 mi
Last recorded57,619 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF03 EFN
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2017 57,619 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 57,616 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively o/s & n/s (8.2.2)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2016 52,943 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 50,829 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2015 50,829 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 48,785 miles

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

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

sill covers fitted

Pass 15 Jul 2013 46,173 miles

both front tyres low on edges

Fail 15 Jul 2013 46,173 miles

Centre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

both front tyres low on edges

heat shields looose on exhaust

Pass 18 Jul 2012 43,003 miles

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

Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

engine slight missfire at low revs emmission close too limit

Pass 30 Jul 2011 39,257 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 37,185 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 30,335 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 25,001 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 25,001 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2007 19,159 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 17,356 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 14,792 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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BF03 EFN is a 2003 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BF03 EFN, 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.

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What year was BF03 EFN registered?

BF03 EFN is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is BF03 EFN safe to buy?

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