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VE03 XSM

2003 Rover 75

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

18,786 mi
Last recorded18,786 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Rover 7568,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE03 XSM
MakeRover
Model75
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2018 18,786 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 17,201 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 14,997 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 14,997 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 13,104 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 10,356 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 9,964 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 9,947 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 9,808 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 9,743 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 9,543 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 7,876 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 6,575 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 5,976 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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VE03 XSM is a 2003 Rover 75 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 VE03 XSM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VE03 XSM?

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What year was VE03 XSM registered?

VE03 XSM is a 2003 Rover 75, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is VE03 XSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE03 XSM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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