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SA03 MJW

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

58,771 mi
Last recorded58,771 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA03 MJW
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2016 58,771 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2016 58,771 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 52,313 miles

both front tyres worn low

Pass 6 Aug 2014 48,079 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 45,234 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 40,703 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 36,311 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 31,707 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 28,747 miles

FRONT TYRES WEARING ON INNER EDGES ADVIVE

Pass 13 Aug 2008 24,117 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 19,473 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 14,103 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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SA03 MJW is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SA03 MJW, 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 SA03 MJW registered?

SA03 MJW is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 30 August 2003.

Is SA03 MJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA03 MJW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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