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BU03 XLN

2003 Rover 75

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

120,684 mi
Last recorded120,684 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover 7568,100 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 XLN
MakeRover
Model75
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2017 120,684 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 120,684 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 114,722 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 114,722 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 110,567 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 104,305 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 92,610 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2013 92,610 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2012 81,527 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 66,580 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 66,580 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 47,133 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 43,271 miles

fitted bulb to n/s no:plate lamp for test

Pass 6 Mar 2008 37,539 miles

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

Fail 6 Mar 2008 37,539 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2007 31,573 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 24,430 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2006 24,296 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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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BU03 XLN is a 2003 Rover 75 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BU03 XLN, 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 BU03 XLN registered?

BU03 XLN is a 2003 Rover 75, first registered on 24 March 2003.

Is BU03 XLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 XLN shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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