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SB03 MTZ

2003 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,576 mi
Last recorded61,576 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB03 MTZ
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2015 61,576 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 59,319 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 57,454 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2012 52,622 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 45,571 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 41,973 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 38,686 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 35,402 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 32,342 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 27,976 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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SB03 MTZ is a 2003 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SB03 MTZ, 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 SB03 MTZ registered?

SB03 MTZ is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 26 June 2003.

Is SB03 MTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB03 MTZ shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SB03 MTZ have outstanding finance?

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