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KD03 SBU

2003 Rover 45

Green Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

55,194 mi
Last recorded55,194 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD03 SBU
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2013 55,194 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 48,755 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2012 48,754 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2011 42,222 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 35,245 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 27,457 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 18,668 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 12,992 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2006 7,280 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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KD03 SBU is a 2003 Rover 45 in Green with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KD03 SBU, 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 KD03 SBU registered?

KD03 SBU is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is KD03 SBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KD03 SBU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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