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FP03 VJN

2003 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

60,265 mi
Last recorded60,265 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP03 VJN
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2020 60,265 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2020 60,265 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 57,890 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 57,888 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 55,067 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre Pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 52,550 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre Joiner (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Jul 2017 52,550 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre Joiner (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 50,112 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 47,772 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 20 Jul 2015 47,772 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 29 Oct 2014 45,915 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 41,576 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Offside front tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 7 Nov 2012 37,357 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 32,338 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2011 32,338 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Dec 2010 26,868 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 24,840 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2008 21,267 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 17,018 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 12,371 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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FP03 VJN is a 2003 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VJN, 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 VJN registered?

FP03 VJN is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 31 May 2003.

Is FP03 VJN safe to buy?

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