2003 ROVER — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check
Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.
Vehicle details
- Make & model
- ROVER
- Year
- 2003
- Fuel
- PETROL
- Colour
- SILVER
- Engine
- 1396 cc
- Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
- SORN
- MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
- Not valid
- MOT due
- was due 6 April 2013
- Last recorded mileage
- 28,781 mi
AI verdict CAUTION 56/100
AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.
This 2003 Rover has 10 MOT tests on record with a 70% pass rate and 28,781 miles. While mileage is consistent, the vehicle's age and past neglect warrant significant caution.
The mileage trajectory is consistent, averaging 8,079 miles/year, with no anomalies or suspicious drops or spikes.
Things to check
- Recurring brake system failures (Mar 2012) and 8 related advisories indicate chronic neglect.
- Recurring tyre failures (Mar 2012) and 3 related advisories show a pattern of poor maintenance.
- The 23-year-old vehicle has accumulated significant wear and age-related issues.
- The SORN tax status and expired MOT (2013-04-06) suggest the vehicle has been off-road for years.
Working in its favour
- Most recent MOT passed despite 3 historical failures
- Consistent annual mileage averaging 8,079 miles/year, matching UK average.
- No evidence of odometer fraud or mileage discrepancies.
- All past MOT failures were immediately rectified, showing responsive owner action.
Mileage history
MOT test history — 7/10 passed
| Date | Result | Mileage | Defects & advisories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2006 | PASS | 28,781 mi | None recorded |
| Apr 2007 | PASS | 37,647 mi | None recorded |
| Apr 2008 | PASS | 45,653 mi | None recorded |
| Mar 2009 | PASS | 51,621 mi | None recorded |
| Mar 2009 | FAIL | 51,621 mi |
PRS Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) PRS Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
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| Apr 2010 | PASS | 57,573 mi | None recorded |
| Mar 2011 | FAIL | 65,831 mi |
PRS Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) FAIL Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) ADVISORY Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b) ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1) ADVISORY Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b) ADVISORY Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c) ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c) ADVISORY Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
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| Mar 2011 | PASS | 65,831 mi |
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1) ADVISORY Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b) ADVISORY Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c) ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c) ADVISORY Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
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| Mar 2012 | FAIL | 74,668 mi |
FAIL Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) PRS Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b) PRS Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) FAIL Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) ADVISORY Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b) ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1) ADVISORY Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a) ADVISORY Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b) USER ENTERED both rear tyres inner edge wearing and slightly distorted USER ENTERED Nail in offside rear tyre USER ENTERED lower gearbox mounting rubber starting to perish slight play present USER ENTERED tracking out??
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| Mar 2012 | PASS | 74,668 mi |
ADVISORY Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a) ADVISORY Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b) USER ENTERED both rear tyres inner edge wearing and slightly distorted USER ENTERED Nail in offside rear tyre USER ENTERED lower gearbox mounting rubber starting to perish slight play present
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About this page
This page shows public vehicle data for registration BN52 AFK, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.