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FA52 BPO

2003 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2017
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

53,507 mi
Last recorded53,507 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA52 BPO
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2016 53,507 miles

corrosion to rear brake pipes

front tyres close to limit

oil leak

sill covers fitted inspection limited

Pass 13 Mar 2015 48,034 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 47,853 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 47,514 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 46,732 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 45,488 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 45,484 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 50,541 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 40,803 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Jun 2009 36,339 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 33,046 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 32,641 miles

srs light on

Pass 26 Jan 2007 27,237 miles

Oil leak

Pass 31 Jan 2006 20,867 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on edges

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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FA52 BPO is a 2003 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FA52 BPO, 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 FA52 BPO registered?

FA52 BPO is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is FA52 BPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA52 BPO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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