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FY52 ZDM

2003 Rover 45

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

104,673 mi
Last recorded104,673 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY52 ZDM
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 10 Aug 2017 104,673 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

advise on exhaust flexi blowing slightly

Pass 23 Aug 2016 93,195 miles

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

Nearside parking brake only just passed test @17%

Fail 23 Aug 2016 93,195 miles

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

Nearside parking brake only just passed test @17%

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

Pass 9 Sep 2015 84,552 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 79,500 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 11 Dec 2013 72,952 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2013 72,952 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 66,600 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 60,825 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2010 56,838 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Dec 2010 56,838 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 52,557 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 47,017 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2008 47,017 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Dec 2007 39,837 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 25,669 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 22,788 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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FY52 ZDM is a 2003 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FY52 ZDM, 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 FY52 ZDM registered?

FY52 ZDM is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 7 January 2003.

Is FY52 ZDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY52 ZDM shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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