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2003 Rover 45

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2022
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

101,037 mi
Last recorded101,037 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE53 WLK
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2021 101,037 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion of offside and nearside front floors (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2020 96,258 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2020 96,258 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2019 89,587 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 89,587 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 May 2018 78,183 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 67,181 miles

both rear tyres are deteriorating

Pass 17 Aug 2016 65,081 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 54,649 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 54,290 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 50,740 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2013 50,740 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 46,632 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 2 Nov 2012 46,632 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 43,466 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 42,893 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 37,923 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2009 33,204 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2008 27,892 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 20,915 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 18,147 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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PE53 WLK is a 2003 Rover 45 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 PE53 WLK, 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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PE53 WLK is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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