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YK03 VNE

2003 Rover 45

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

128,346 mi
Last recorded128,346 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK03 VNE
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2017 128,346 miles

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 103,261 miles

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

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

sill covers fitted-limited inspection

Pass 15 Dec 2015 99,800 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 14 Dec 2015 99,800 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 94,908 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Jan 2014 90,429 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 86,192 miles

front exhaust mounting bracket to pipe broken

o/s/f brake discs poor condition

Fail 2 Jan 2013 86,189 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

front exhaust mounting bracket to pipe broken

o/s/f brake discs poor condition

Fail 14 Dec 2011 81,913 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 81,913 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2010 71,079 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 61,076 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 50,406 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 40,194 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 29,481 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 29 Dec 2005 18,630 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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YK03 VNE is a 2003 Rover 45 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YK03 VNE, 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 YK03 VNE registered?

YK03 VNE is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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The MOT history for YK03 VNE shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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