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FL03 VHT

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,677 mi
Last recorded65,677 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2022
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL03 VHT
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2022 65,677 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 65,586 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 61,858 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2019 61,858 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper excessively corroded and likely to crack (1.1.16 (d) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up 2 (5.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 57,620 miles

advise front tyer low crossion floor pan

Pass 16 Mar 2017 53,284 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 49,289 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2016 49,289 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 45,265 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 41,131 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 34,701 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2012 34,701 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2011 30,141 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 26,899 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 25,472 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 21,995 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 18,806 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 18,806 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 13,163 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 9,150 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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FL03 VHT is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FL03 VHT, 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 FL03 VHT registered?

FL03 VHT is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is FL03 VHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL03 VHT shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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