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PF03 SVK

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

142,510 mi
Last recorded142,510 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF03 SVK
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2019 142,510 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 139,355 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 133,787 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.G.2)

slight damage to windscreen not restricting drivers view

Pass 23 Nov 2016 127,378 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 23 Nov 2016 127,378 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 119,126 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2014 112,100 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 112,100 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 99,413 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2013 99,413 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2012 90,242 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 79,407 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 63,388 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 63,388 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2009 52,637 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2008 47,265 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 39,378 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 29,616 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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PF03 SVK is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 PF03 SVK, 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 PF03 SVK registered?

PF03 SVK is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 16 May 2003.

Is PF03 SVK safe to buy?

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