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GP03 LUD

2003 Rover 45

Green Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,172 mi
Last recorded99,172 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP03 LUD
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2014 99,172 miles

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

Oil leak

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 13 Aug 2013 89,570 miles

fuel pipes corroded

rear trailing arm bushes poor condition

various pipes corroded

Fail 13 Aug 2013 89,570 miles

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

fuel pipes corroded

rear trailing arm bushes poor condition

various pipes corroded

Pass 6 Aug 2012 82,665 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 75,174 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 66,797 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 61,646 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2009 61,646 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 53,506 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 53,506 miles

Offside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 42,179 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 31,555 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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GP03 LUD is a 2003 Rover 45 in Green with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GP03 LUD, 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 GP03 LUD registered?

GP03 LUD is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 9 August 2003.

Is GP03 LUD safe to buy?

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