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DE03 WJA

2003 Rover 45

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

76,142 mi
Last recorded76,142 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2013
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE03 WJA
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2013 76,142 miles

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 8 Mar 2013 76,141 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 74,755 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 74,755 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside rear seat belt not checked child seat fitted.

Pass 21 Feb 2011 69,202 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

both front tyres worn on the inner edges

Fail 17 Feb 2011 69,199 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

both front tyres worn on the inner edges

Pass 19 Feb 2010 63,123 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Feb 2009 59,181 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 59,181 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 54,358 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 51,772 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 51,772 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 May 2006 38,091 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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DE03 WJA is a 2003 Rover 45 in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 DE03 WJA, 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 DE03 WJA registered?

DE03 WJA is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 24 May 2003.

Is DE03 WJA safe to buy?

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