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SG03 EUK

2003 Rover 45

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

79,942 mi
Last recorded79,942 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG03 EUK
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2015 79,942 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 75,923 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 71,886 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 71,886 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2012 66,602 miles

both front back plates corroded

Pass 21 Feb 2011 60,591 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 54,967 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 54,967 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2009 47,828 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 40,202 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 33,342 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 25,929 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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SG03 EUK is a 2003 Rover 45 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SG03 EUK, 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 SG03 EUK registered?

SG03 EUK is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is SG03 EUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG03 EUK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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