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KY03 FCV

2003 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

85,369 mi
Last recorded85,369 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY03 FCV
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 85,369 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2025 76,107 miles

has corrosion under body, sills and suspension components but not considered excessive but getting more advanced

has underseal on welded repair

Fail 28 Aug 2025 76,053 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill/body/inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

has corrosion under body, sills and suspension components but not considered excessive but getting more advanced

Pass 30 Jul 2024 68,612 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2024 68,605 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2023 63,738 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2023 63,733 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 57,791 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 51,869 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 50,502 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 50,387 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 49,716 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 49,516 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 48,702 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 17 Jul 2015 47,142 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 46,303 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 42,905 miles

front brake discs corroding

small chips to screen

Fail 4 Mar 2013 42,900 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

front brake discs corroding

small chips to screen

Pass 12 Mar 2012 42,151 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 38,484 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 34,751 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 30,753 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 25,095 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 20,112 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2006 16,047 miles

nearside rear tyre tread getting low (2mm)

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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KY03 FCV is a 2003 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 KY03 FCV, 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 KY03 FCV registered?

KY03 FCV is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 15 March 2003.

Is KY03 FCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY03 FCV shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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