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FX03 XAL

2003 Rover 45

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

91,621 mi
Last recorded91,621 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX03 XAL
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2015 91,621 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 79,380 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

both rear inner sills slightly corroded

fuel tank corroded

slight chip on windscreen

Pass 12 Apr 2013 124,141 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

exhaust centre and back box corroded

Fail 10 Apr 2012 56,618 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 56,618 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 45,576 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 40,260 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 34,146 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 28,015 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 21,105 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 17,650 miles

Nearside 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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FX03 XAL is a 2003 Rover 45 in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FX03 XAL, 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.

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What year was FX03 XAL registered?

FX03 XAL is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is FX03 XAL safe to buy?

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