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FV03 FYT

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

88,193 mi
Last recorded88,193 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV03 FYT
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2019 88,193 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking piont (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2019 88,098 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged ring (1.6 (e))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking piont (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 82,050 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged abs ring (3.4.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking piont (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 May 2017 78,554 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2016 73,192 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 22 May 2015 67,668 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 67,608 miles

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Pass 27 May 2014 61,291 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 61,291 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 21 May 2013 56,103 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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)

Pass 24 May 2012 50,362 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 45,702 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 45,702 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2010 41,348 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 36,750 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 31,256 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 26,032 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 20,734 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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FV03 FYT is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FV03 FYT, 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 FV03 FYT registered?

FV03 FYT is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 1 June 2003.

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The MOT history for FV03 FYT shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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