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BU03 BDE

2003 Rover 45

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

144,577 mi
Last recorded144,577 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2013
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 BDE
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 9 Sep 2013 144,577 miles

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

Oil leaking under engine.

Pass 19 Jul 2012 133,132 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 125,549 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 116,006 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 97,601 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 79,874 miles

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

front lower cover fitted not allowing correct inspection of frontal areas

Pass 17 Apr 2007 67,273 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 47,593 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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BU03 BDE is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BU03 BDE, 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

How do I check the history of BU03 BDE?

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What year was BU03 BDE registered?

BU03 BDE is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 14 April 2003.

Is BU03 BDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 BDE shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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