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KV03 XFX

2003 Rover 45

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

105,464 mi
Last recorded105,464 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV03 XFX
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2016 105,464 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 102,375 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

brake lights same as side lights

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Fail 21 May 2012 91,106 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale missing (1.3.1b)

n/s and o/s tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 21 May 2012 91,106 miles

n/s and o/s tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 14 Dec 2011 86,347 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 86,056 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

Pass 13 May 2010 75,528 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 65,949 miles

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

oil leak onto auxilary drive belt

Fail 21 May 2009 65,949 miles

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

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

oil leak onto auxilary drive belt

Pass 23 May 2008 55,934 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2008 55,934 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2007 43,201 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 43,142 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2006 31,614 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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KV03 XFX is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KV03 XFX, 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 KV03 XFX registered?

KV03 XFX is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is KV03 XFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV03 XFX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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