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KP03 FMZ

2003 Rover 45

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

72,292 mi
Last recorded72,292 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP03 FMZ
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2018 72,292 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

front brake discs rusty

Pass 13 Jul 2016 66,790 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 13 Jul 2016 66,790 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 2 Jul 2015 60,307 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 60,307 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 55,130 miles

plastic over sills fitted

slight oil leak engine area

Fail 12 Jun 2014 55,076 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Plastic over sills fitted

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

Pass 23 May 2013 49,425 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 49,425 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 May 2012 45,725 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 42,693 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 42,033 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 38,987 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 38,987 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 39,327 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 17,186 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 8,983 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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KP03 FMZ is a 2003 Rover 45 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KP03 FMZ, 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 KP03 FMZ registered?

KP03 FMZ is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 29 March 2003.

Is KP03 FMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP03 FMZ shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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