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KS03 CXK

2003 Rover 45

Silver Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,778 mi
Last recorded94,778 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS03 CXK
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 20 Sep 2018 94,778 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak rear silencer (8.2.2.1 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch, at front (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch, at front (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to bulkhead area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to bulkhead area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 88,239 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 80,948 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 71,318 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 69,120 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2014 69,120 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2013 66,794 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 64,665 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 61,910 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 61,910 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2010 59,610 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 54,345 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 46,583 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 38,500 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 27,087 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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KS03 CXK is a 2003 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KS03 CXK, 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 KS03 CXK registered?

KS03 CXK is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 23 July 2003.

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