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HK03 KNV

2003 Rover 75

Red Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

112,298 mi
Last recorded112,298 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Rover 7568,100 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK03 KNV
MakeRover
Model75
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 112,298 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 106,099 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 102,268 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 99,170 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 95,913 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 90,475 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 85,640 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 79,513 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 76,206 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both rear tyres on 3mm only

exhaust back box in a poor condition

Pass 24 May 2017 74,702 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

rear exhaust box deteriorated

Fail 24 May 2017 74,702 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam 499 (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working 382 (1.2.1b)

rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 13 Jun 2016 73,084 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 69,881 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 69,881 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

near side front tyre (195/65/15) starting to wear on outer edge

rear exhaust box starting to deteriorate

Pass 16 Jun 2014 66,401 miles

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

Fail 16 Jun 2014 66,401 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 63,063 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

light corrosion to all rear suspension arms ect

n/s/f headlamp condensation

Pass 30 May 2012 59,685 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 May 2011 53,010 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 47,729 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2009 42,450 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 36,677 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 36,677 miles

Offside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 29,491 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2007 29,491 miles

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

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

Offside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2006 23,109 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 23,109 miles

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

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Rover 75?

Based on 1,365,354 MOT tests across 103,127 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
5,824
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
103,127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 82,341
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,582
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36,066
Registration plate lamp not working 33,396
Direction indicator incorrect colour 27,329
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HK03 KNV is a 2003 Rover 75 in Red with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Rover 75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 68,100 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 75 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 82,341 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HK03 KNV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 75 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Rover 75 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HK03 KNV registered?

HK03 KNV is a 2003 Rover 75, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is HK03 KNV safe to buy?

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