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DG03 RYX

2003 Rover 75

Red Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

97,777 mi
Last recorded97,777 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 Rover 7568,100 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG03 RYX
MakeRover
Model75
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2020 97,777 miles

different size tyres on front and rear axles

o/s/r tyre outer wall starting to perish

Fail 23 Mar 2020 97,777 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended belt wont connect to stork (7.1.2 (d))

different size tyres on front and rear axles

o/s/r tyre outer wall starting to perish

Pass 21 Mar 2019 92,419 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Mar 2019 92,419 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 87,236 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Fail 26 Mar 2018 87,236 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 82,778 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 78,013 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 78,013 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 71,325 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 24 Mar 2015 71,324 miles

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

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2014 66,522 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 60,596 miles

Engine under shield insecure

Fail 26 Mar 2013 60,596 miles

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

Engine under shield insecure

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 54,792 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 50,267 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 44,860 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 44,860 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)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2009 39,899 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 35,003 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 27,837 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 21,251 miles

n/s/r,o/s/f and n/s/f tyres worn on outer edge

How Reliable is the Rover 75?

Based on 1,365,354 MOT tests across 103,127 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
5,824
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
103,127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 82,341
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,582
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36,066
Registration plate lamp not working 33,396
Direction indicator incorrect colour 27,329
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DG03 RYX is a 2003 Rover 75 in Red with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2003 Rover 75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 68,100 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 75 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 82,341 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG03 RYX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 75 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Rover 75 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG03 RYX registered?

DG03 RYX is a 2003 Rover 75, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is DG03 RYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG03 RYX shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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