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KU03 UXZ

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

71,256 mi
Last recorded71,256 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU03 UXZ
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2017 71,256 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2017 71,256 miles

Emissions not tested due to leak (7.3.A.1)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 60,836 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2015 53,688 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 49,011 miles

exhaust badly corroded

Pass 7 Apr 2014 38,779 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 28,517 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 24,766 miles

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 4 Apr 2011 20,784 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 15,747 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 10,216 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 9,353 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2008 9,353 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 8,400 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 7,398 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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KU03 UXZ is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 KU03 UXZ, 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 KU03 UXZ registered?

KU03 UXZ is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 16 April 2003.

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The MOT history for KU03 UXZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KU03 UXZ have outstanding finance?

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