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GF03 EHU

2003 Rover 45

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

19,217 mi
Last recorded19,217 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF03 EHU
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 19,217 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2026 19,217 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 19,000 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 18,775 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 17,372 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 17,205 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2018 16,066 miles

Nearside Rear perishing in tread

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

coil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 11 May 2018 16,066 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear perishing in tread

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

coil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 5 May 2017 15,506 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 15,238 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 15,008 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 15,008 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 12 May 2014 14,590 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on inner shoulder

o/s/f tyre worn on inner shoulder

Pass 8 May 2013 13,916 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 13,377 miles

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 21 Apr 2011 12,597 miles

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

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 10 Apr 2010 11,887 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 11,158 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 9,915 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 8,039 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 5,714 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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GF03 EHU is a 2003 Rover 45 in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GF03 EHU, 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 GF03 EHU registered?

GF03 EHU is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is GF03 EHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF03 EHU shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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