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HT03 MWC

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

104,908 mi
Last recorded104,908 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT03 MWC
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2023 104,908 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides cloudy (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Bumper damaged

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Transmission oil leaks

general underside corrosion

Pass 22 Jun 2022 89,446 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

general underside corrosion

Pass 24 Jun 2021 84,968 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

general underside corrosion

Pass 9 Jul 2020 81,237 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

sill covers fitted

Pass 22 May 2019 75,804 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 26 May 2018 71,115 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 67,786 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

slight corrosion to both rear inner sills

Pass 4 Jun 2016 64,295 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 60,350 miles

sill covers fitted.

steel wheel fitted offside front.

Pass 31 May 2014 57,144 miles

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

slight corrosion front floor sections.

Pass 1 Jun 2013 52,718 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 50,110 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 50,093 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 43,274 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 36,006 miles

HANDBRAKE HAS SLACK

N/S FRONT TYRE BECOMING LOW

O/S FRONT BUMPER HAS DAMAGE

Pass 25 Feb 2009 28,391 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 26,378 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 22,897 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 22,897 miles

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

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

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 20 Jul 2006 17,865 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)

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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HT03 MWC is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 HT03 MWC, 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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HT03 MWC is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 23 July 2003.

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