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WD03 WMU

2003 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

43,447 mi
Last recorded43,447 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD03 WMU
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2013 43,447 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2012 37,852 miles

Centre and rear exhaust deteriorated (near joint flange)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 9 Nov 2012 37,852 miles

Centre and rear exhaust deteriorated (near joint flange)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 9 Nov 2011 32,092 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 31,049 miles

Both rear tyres,uneven wear.

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 27,942 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 22,786 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 17,123 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 16,003 miles

scuffing to n/s/f tyre

Pass 14 Aug 2006 12,886 miles

n/s front tyre has slight kerb damage

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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WD03 WMU is a 2003 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 WD03 WMU, 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 WD03 WMU registered?

WD03 WMU is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 20 August 2003.

Is WD03 WMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WD03 WMU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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