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FD03 HTP

2003 Rover 45

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

72,930 mi
Last recorded72,930 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD03 HTP
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2016 72,930 miles

Outer sill covers fitted N/S & O/S

Fail 19 Nov 2016 72,928 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc Gaiter completely split. (2.5.C.1a)

Outer sill covers fitted N/S & O/S

Pass 6 Nov 2015 61,148 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 49,572 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 38,030 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 34,520 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 32,233 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 28,154 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 24,991 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 19,516 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2008 17,629 miles

n/side rear tyre getting low on tread on outer edge

sills covered by trims

Pass 8 May 2007 15,309 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 15,309 miles

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

o/side front tyre badly worn on inner edge ,recommend replacement

sills covered by trims

Pass 15 May 2006 13,023 miles

both front tyres wearing badly on inner 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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FD03 HTP is a 2003 Rover 45 in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FD03 HTP, 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 FD03 HTP registered?

FD03 HTP is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 15 May 2003.

Is FD03 HTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD03 HTP shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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