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SD03 ZGU

2003 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

56,108 mi
Last recorded56,108 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD03 ZGU
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2017 56,108 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 36,032 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded brake pipe to wheel cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to wheel cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 15 Jul 2015 22,871 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 22,871 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 20,447 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

handbrake travel adjustment

o/s/f outer door handle loose

Pass 22 Feb 2013 18,645 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2013 18,645 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 18,375 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 17,822 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2011 17,822 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 16,544 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 14,662 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 14,622 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 12,797 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 10,459 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 8,336 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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SD03 ZGU is a 2003 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SD03 ZGU, 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 SD03 ZGU registered?

SD03 ZGU is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 16 May 2003.

Is SD03 ZGU safe to buy?

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