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BX03 YRV

2003 Rover 45

Grey Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

100,851 mi
Last recorded100,851 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX03 YRV
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2016 100,851 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 10 Feb 2016 100,851 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 5 Feb 2015 93,764 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2015 93,764 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Feb 2014 85,248 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2014 85,248 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2013 76,312 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 69,800 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 92,695 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2011 92,695 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2010 56,867 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 47,176 miles

clutch pedal rubber worn

nearside rear tyre worn to 2.5mm

Pass 14 Feb 2008 36,444 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2008 36,444 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 22,516 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 11,788 miles

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

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

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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BX03 YRV is a 2003 Rover 45 in Grey with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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

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 BX03 YRV, 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 BX03 YRV registered?

BX03 YRV is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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