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YL03 UFK

2003 Rover 45

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

44,437 mi
Last recorded44,437 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL03 UFK
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2015 44,437 miles

e.m.l on

Fail 23 Jul 2015 44,437 miles

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

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working xs (1.1.A.3b) DANGEROUS

e.m.l on

Pass 24 Jul 2014 36,299 miles

e.m.l on

Fail 24 Jul 2014 36,299 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

e.m.l on

Pass 28 Mar 2013 24,196 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 24,193 miles

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

Nearside Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2012 21,128 miles

centre exhaust corroded

Pass 1 Apr 2011 17,460 miles

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

front brake imbalance just within limits

Pass 7 Apr 2010 14,441 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 14,441 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2009 10,874 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008
Pass 21 Jun 2007 6,680 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 2,130 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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YL03 UFK is a 2003 Rover 45 in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YL03 UFK, 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 YL03 UFK registered?

YL03 UFK is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is YL03 UFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL03 UFK shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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