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WF03 OTU

2003 Rover 45

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,191 mi
Last recorded54,191 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF03 OTU
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2015 54,191 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 48,721 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on edges

exhaust centre silencer has had temporary repair carried out

n/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 20 Jun 2014 48,721 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

both front tyres wearing on edges

exhaust centre silencer has had temporary repair carried out

n/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 24 Jun 2013 42,660 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

o/s/r outer door handle loose

Fail 21 Jun 2013 42,061 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

o/s/r outer door handle loose

Pass 13 Jun 2012 36,434 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 33,776 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 29,454 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 27,160 miles

bit of movement offside door mirror housing

bit of play in steering rack

parts of exhaust system rusting

sill covers fitted

some undercutting to front brake discs

stonechips to windscreen

various brake pipes furring

Pass 11 Apr 2008 24,907 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 22,423 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 17,681 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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WF03 OTU is a 2003 Rover 45 in Blue 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 WF03 OTU, 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

How do I check the history of WF03 OTU?

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What year was WF03 OTU registered?

WF03 OTU is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 29 April 2003.

Is WF03 OTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF03 OTU 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.

Does WF03 OTU have outstanding finance?

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