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SB03 MTJ

2003 Rover 75

Blue Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

94,236 mi
Last recorded94,236 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover 7568,100 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB03 MTJ
MakeRover
Model75
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 94,236 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

REAR SUSPENSION BODY MOUNTINGS WEAR EVIDENT

REAR SUSPENSION SUBFRAME CORROSION EVIDENT

Fail 29 Jun 2017 94,236 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

REAR SUSPENSION BODY MOUNTINGS WEAR EVIDENT

REAR SUSPENSION SUBFRAME CORROSION EVIDENT

Pass 21 Jun 2016 84,788 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Underside and components becoming slightly corroded , should be kept under observation.

Pass 24 Jun 2015 77,643 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 75,275 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 72,475 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 65,387 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 60,488 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 55,665 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 48,570 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 40,064 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 40,064 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 30,707 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 22,231 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 75?

Based on 1,365,354 MOT tests across 103,127 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
5,824
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
103,127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 82,341
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,582
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36,066
Registration plate lamp not working 33,396
Direction indicator incorrect colour 27,329
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SB03 MTJ is a 2003 Rover 75 in Blue with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Rover 75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 68,100 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 75 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 82,341 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SB03 MTJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 75 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Rover 75 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SB03 MTJ registered?

SB03 MTJ is a 2003 Rover 75, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is SB03 MTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB03 MTJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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