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FP03 VJM

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

45,875 mi
Last recorded45,875 miles
Recorded on2 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP03 VJM
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2016 45,875 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 2 May 2016 45,875 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both inner front tyre's worn smooth

Pass 29 Apr 2015 38,188 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 36,361 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2013 33,138 miles

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

exhaust system corroded but not blowing

Pass 8 May 2012 29,525 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 26,256 miles

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

both front tyres worn too legal limit

Pass 6 May 2010 23,262 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 20,205 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 17,789 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 15,000 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 11,773 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)

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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FP03 VJM is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FP03 VJM, 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 FP03 VJM registered?

FP03 VJM is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 8 May 2003.

Is FP03 VJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP03 VJM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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