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GL03 RXU

2003 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

54,605 mi
Last recorded54,605 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL03 RXU
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2016 54,605 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2016 54,605 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 50,935 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2015 50,935 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 46,636 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 45,668 miles

Front brake pads low 90% worn. Rear brake pads 80% worn.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 17 Jun 2013 45,668 miles

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

Front brake pads low 90% worn. Rear brake pads 80% worn.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside front tyre has been run near flat- Inner side wall clearly marked, suspect inner tyre damage.

Pass 7 Jun 2012 42,423 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 38,658 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 35,774 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 32,698 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 27,552 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Jun 2007 19,843 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 14,940 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 14,860 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

damage to n/s/f tyre (cut) not down to cords on outside edge

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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GL03 RXU is a 2003 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 GL03 RXU, 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

How do I check the history of GL03 RXU?

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What year was GL03 RXU registered?

GL03 RXU is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 14 August 2003.

Is GL03 RXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL03 RXU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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