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BU03 XLB

2003 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2023
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,383 mi
Last recorded36,383 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2022
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 XLB
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 13 Apr 2022 36,383 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

floors starting to corrode

unable to check outer sills fully as covers fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2021 32,780 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

floors starting to corrode

Pass 18 Mar 2020 28,269 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 26,887 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 26,154 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2017 25,484 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 24,699 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 23,857 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 22,475 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 21,355 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 18,818 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 17,611 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 16,903 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 14,364 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 12,119 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 10,434 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 7,511 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 XLB is a 2003 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 XLB, 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 BU03 XLB registered?

BU03 XLB is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 24 March 2003.

Is BU03 XLB safe to buy?

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