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AJ52 APX

2003 Rover 25

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

73,836 mi
Last recorded73,836 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 Rover 2547,589 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ52 APX
MakeRover
Model25
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 26 Nov 2013 73,836 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)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 73,836 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 66,718 miles

185/55/15V

cuts to both front outer sidewalls(no cords)

engine management light on

sidewall damage to offside rear tyre (no cords)

temporary repair to offside rear tyre

Pass 3 Dec 2010

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

Pass 19 Nov 2009 51,445 miles

both rear tyres have fine cracking to tread area and outter sidewalls

Fail 9 Dec 2008 45,837 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Dec 2008 45,837 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 34,841 miles

front pads next service ????

slight blow from centre exhaust

Fail 14 Feb 2007 33,806 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2007 33,806 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 29,715 miles

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

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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AJ52 APX is a 2003 Rover 25 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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

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 AJ52 APX, 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.

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What year was AJ52 APX registered?

AJ52 APX is a 2003 Rover 25, first registered on 21 February 2003.

Is AJ52 APX safe to buy?

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