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FA03 XHG

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

96,010 mi
Last recorded96,010 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA03 XHG
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2016 96,010 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive UNDER CAR (2.4.A.3)

Fail 20 Aug 2016 96,006 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive UNDER CAR (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 84,945 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2014 74,539 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 74,539 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 58,503 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2013 58,466 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 49,461 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 44,750 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 40,007 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside front tyre wearing on the inside edge

Pass 15 Aug 2009 34,683 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 29,639 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2007
Pass 24 Aug 2006 18,781 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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FA03 XHG is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FA03 XHG, 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 FA03 XHG registered?

FA03 XHG is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 23 July 2003.

Is FA03 XHG safe to buy?

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