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BU03 XTT

2003 Rover 45

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

47,483 mi
Last recorded47,483 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2024
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 XTT
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2024 47,483 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 46,331 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 43,852 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 42,046 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

corrosion to floor

Pass 23 Nov 2020 40,069 miles

corroded brake pipes at rear and to o/s/f hose

corrosion on front brake discs

corrosion to front of floors near subframe mount and various other areas

exhaust corroded and deteriorated,blowing slightly at rear

front number plate damaged

n/s/f outer cv boot deteriorated

rear tyres cracking

Pass 25 Oct 2019 37,952 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 35,297 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 32,191 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 30,544 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 28,646 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 25,648 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2012 20,207 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 16,890 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 16,890 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 10,061 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 5,352 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 4,001 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 3,569 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 3,041 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 XTT is a 2003 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 XTT, 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 BU03 XTT registered?

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

Is BU03 XTT safe to buy?

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