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VF03 FHW

2003 Rover 75

Blue Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

122,181 mi
Last recorded122,181 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Rover 7568,100 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF03 FHW
MakeRover
Model75
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 122,181 miles

Nearside Lower sill damage

Fail 28 Jul 2026 122,181 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Lower sill damage

Pass 1 Jul 2025 112,957 miles

Reversing lamp not working

Pass 11 Jul 2024 108,384 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 103,089 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 98,783 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2022 98,783 miles

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 95,437 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Jul 2021 95,436 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 92,833 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 88,314 miles

Nearside Front strut top bearing starting to seize

Pass 9 Jul 2018 83,728 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 79,378 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 76,462 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 71,557 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 66,705 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 3 Jul 2013 63,915 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 3 Jul 2012 60,545 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 56,091 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 51,270 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 46,679 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 46,679 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 43,094 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 39,072 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 35,087 miles

offside handbrake efficiency lower than nearside?

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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VF03 FHW is a 2003 Rover 75 in Blue with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 VF03 FHW, 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

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What year was VF03 FHW registered?

VF03 FHW is a 2003 Rover 75, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is VF03 FHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF03 FHW shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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