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GY03 OTL

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

55,541 mi
Last recorded55,541 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY03 OTL
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2015 55,541 miles

body sill covers fitted

n/s rear side light dim

rear number plate condition

Fail 21 Feb 2014 54,247 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2014 54,247 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 5 Feb 2013 50,594 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 47,546 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2012 47,534 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 42,319 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 37,982 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2009 33,082 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2009 33,082 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 29,469 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 25,909 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 23,237 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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GY03 OTL is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GY03 OTL, 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 GY03 OTL registered?

GY03 OTL is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is GY03 OTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY03 OTL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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