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YR03 YMS

2003 Rover 45

Gold Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2018
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

99,015 mi
Last recorded99,015 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover 4552,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR03 YMS
MakeRover
Model45
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2016 99,015 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit = 1.6mm on inner part of tread but void on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexible to front (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit = 2.0mm void on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexible to front (3.6.B.2c)

clutch pedal anti slip rubber missing

Fail 22 Dec 2016 99,015 miles

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

clutch pedal anti slip rubber missing

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit = 1.6mm on inner part of tread but void on outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexible to front (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit = 2.0mm void on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexible to front (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp stop light not as bright as side light. dull (1.2.1f)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 95,825 miles

Front both wipers split at ends

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexible to front (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexible to front (3.6.B.2c)

clutch pedal anti slip rubber missing

Pass 8 Jan 2015 92,848 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Jan 2015 92,848 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2014 89,186 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2013 85,788 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2013 85,783 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 81,632 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2012 81,629 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 30 Dec 2010 79,369 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2010 79,365 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Jan 2010 72,678 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2010 72,678 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2009 67,038 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2008 61,017 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jan 2008 61,017 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 55,477 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2006 55,477 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 9 Mar 2006 50,885 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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YR03 YMS is a 2003 Rover 45 in Gold with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 YR03 YMS, 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.

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What year was YR03 YMS registered?

YR03 YMS is a 2003 Rover 45, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is YR03 YMS safe to buy?

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