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AK03 VFA

2003 Rover 25

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

71,591 mi
Last recorded71,591 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover 2547,589 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK03 VFA
MakeRover
Model25
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2017 71,591 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 69,220 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 68,071 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 68,071 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2014 66,286 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 64,287 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 61,702 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 59,243 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 56,439 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 54,003 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 49,835 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 46,076 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 41,729 miles

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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AK03 VFA is a 2003 Rover 25 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AK03 VFA, 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

How do I check the history of AK03 VFA?

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What year was AK03 VFA registered?

AK03 VFA is a 2003 Rover 25, first registered on 29 March 2003.

Is AK03 VFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK03 VFA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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