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MA03 DXZ

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

80,044 mi
Last recorded80,044 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA03 DXZ
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2014 80,044 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 80,044 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 71,479 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 66,184 miles

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

Fail 18 Jun 2012 66,184 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2011 55,917 miles

Both rear shockers weeping.

Fail 20 Jun 2011 55,916 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both rear shockers weeping.

Pass 15 Feb 2010 33,490 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2010 33,490 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2009 26,821 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 26,384 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 16,080 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 15,997 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2006 6,404 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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MA03 DXZ is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 MA03 DXZ, 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 MA03 DXZ registered?

MA03 DXZ is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 30 July 2003.

Is MA03 DXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA03 DXZ shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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