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AJ03 WXY

2003 Rover 25

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,532 mi
Last recorded35,532 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Rover 2547,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 WXY
MakeRover
Model25
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2018 35,532 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Oct 2018 35,531 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 31,418 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 30,876 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 30,864 miles

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

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

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

park brake efficiency only just met (16%)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 30,561 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 30,329 miles

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (3.4.2)

both front tyres slightly deteriorated

Pass 31 Jul 2013 29,682 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 24,484 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2012 24,484 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 26,023 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 21,062 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 15,380 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 11,628 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 10,090 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 10,090 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Rover 25?

Based on 1,784,341 MOT tests across 157,261 vehicles.

72.1%
Pass Rate
4,984
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
157,261
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 69,670
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 54,138
Stop lamp not working 45,218
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 40,413
Brake pipe excessively corroded 34,685
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AJ03 WXY is a 2003 Rover 25 in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Rover 25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 47,589 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 25 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 69,670 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ03 WXY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 25 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Rover 25 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJ03 WXY registered?

AJ03 WXY is a 2003 Rover 25, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is AJ03 WXY safe to buy?

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