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OY03 GEJ

2003 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

76,598 mi
Last recorded76,598 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2012
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY03 GEJ
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2012 76,598 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Jun 2011 68,335 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 68,335 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 61,355 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 61,355 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2009 53,246 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2009 53,246 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Offside Front 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)

Pass 14 Nov 2007 47,628 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 22 Jun 2006 37,329 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 37,329 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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OY03 GEJ is a 2003 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 OY03 GEJ, 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 OY03 GEJ registered?

OY03 GEJ is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 8 July 2003.

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