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BU03 XRD

2003 Rover 45

Green Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

37,021 mi
Last recorded37,021 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 XRD
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2021 37,021 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 31,693 miles

both front floors rusty

front crossmember rusty

Pass 14 Feb 2019 28,752 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Feb 2019 28,751 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Jan 2019 28,732 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor/chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor/chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside front to rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2018 28,015 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 26,248 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 24,632 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 23,024 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 21,355 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 19,576 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 17,835 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 15,931 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 13,075 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 11,657 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 9,706 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 7,738 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 5,793 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 XRD is a 2003 Rover 45 in Green with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 XRD, 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 XRD registered?

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

Is BU03 XRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 XRD shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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