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MF03 KZS

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

76,804 mi
Last recorded76,804 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF03 KZS
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2014 76,804 miles

wipers starting to split but do clear screen

Fail 7 Nov 2014 76,784 miles

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

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

wipers starting to split but do clear screen

Pass 29 Oct 2013 65,630 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2013 65,507 miles

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2012 55,271 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2012 55,271 miles

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

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

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Pass 28 Oct 2011 43,114 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 43,114 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 39,715 miles

bnoth front cv boots in poor condition

nearside front worn low legal limit

offside front tyre worn low

offside rear tyre legal limit

Fail 17 Nov 2010 39,715 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

bnoth front cv boots in poor condition

front brake discs corroded

nearside front worn low legal limit

offside front tyre worn low

offside rear tyre legal limit

Pass 3 Jun 2009 38,349 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2008 34,384 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 28,377 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 22,769 miles

Tyres front worn (smooth on inside edge) †Wiper rear (blade missing)

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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MF03 KZS 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 MF03 KZS, 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 MF03 KZS registered?

MF03 KZS is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 17 March 2003.

Is MF03 KZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF03 KZS 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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