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HK03 XGN

2003 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

88,586 mi
Last recorded88,586 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK03 XGN
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2018 88,586 miles

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

engine oil low

Fail 5 Jan 2018 88,586 miles

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

engine oil low

Pass 6 Jun 2016 79,524 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2015 76,434 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 68,780 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 60,771 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 60,771 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 May 2012 52,102 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 51,386 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 48,655 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2009 44,367 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2009 44,367 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 39,279 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2008 39,279 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 34,527 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2006 30,130 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 26,038 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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HK03 XGN is a 2003 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 HK03 XGN, 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.

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What year was HK03 XGN registered?

HK03 XGN is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 28 June 2003.

Is HK03 XGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK03 XGN shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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