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LK03 OEP

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

49,168 mi
Last recorded49,168 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 OEP
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2018 49,168 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive from oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2018 49,178 miles

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive from oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 39,760 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 31,813 miles

advice to change both front wiper blades

Pass 28 Oct 2015 24,593 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 19,682 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 19,596 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 19,462 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 26 Apr 2011 18,991 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 17,183 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2010 17,183 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.4c)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 15,071 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2008 13,000 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 10,356 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 8,173 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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LK03 OEP 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 LK03 OEP, 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 LK03 OEP registered?

LK03 OEP is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 29 April 2003.

Is LK03 OEP safe to buy?

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