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BX03 ZRP

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

51,597 mi
Last recorded51,597 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX03 ZRP
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2014 51,597 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2014 51,260 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 43,669 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 43,667 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 40,539 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 35,270 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 29,687 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 29,687 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 22,932 miles

nearside rear tyre cut in side wall no cords showing

Fail 9 Jul 2009 22,932 miles

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

nearside rear tyre cut in side wall no cords showing

Pass 9 Jul 2008 20,750 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 19,036 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 16,831 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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BX03 ZRP is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 ZRP, 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 ZRP registered?

BX03 ZRP is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 7 July 2003.

Is BX03 ZRP safe to buy?

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