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BU03 XUF

2003 Rover 45

Green Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

110,810 mi
Last recorded110,810 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2015 110,810 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

slight corrosion to floor underneath vehicle

Pass 19 Jun 2014 100,056 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2013 83,400 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 68,102 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 68,102 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 51,525 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 36,673 miles

parking brake lever travel

warning light on dash

Pass 22 May 2009 31,877 miles

n/s front drive shaft abs ring cracked

warning light staying on (SRS)

Fail 22 May 2009 31,877 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

n/s front drive shaft abs ring cracked

warning light staying on (SRS)

Pass 13 May 2008 27,807 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

nearside rear tyre outer edge wearing

Pass 14 May 2007 23,395 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 May 2006 18,663 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 XUF is a 2003 Rover 45 in Green with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XUF, 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 XUF registered?

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

Is BU03 XUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 XUF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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