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AO03 BDU

2003 Rover 25

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

64,767 mi
Last recorded64,767 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover 2547,589 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 BDU
MakeRover
Model25
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2017 64,767 miles

n/s and o/s front tyres slight cracking in threads

Fail 31 Jan 2017 64,767 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

n/s and o/s front tyres slight cracking in threads

Pass 29 Jan 2016 60,115 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 53,874 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front tyres slightly wearing in middle of tread

rear section of exhaust deteriorated

Fail 9 Feb 2015 53,874 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front tyres slightly wearing in middle of tread

rear section of exhaust deteriorated

Pass 12 Feb 2014 44,890 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 41,304 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 37,388 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 33,613 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 29,672 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2009 26,085 miles

rear silencer startimg to corrode

some free travel to h/brake

Pass 6 Feb 2008 22,246 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 18,193 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 13,846 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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AO03 BDU is a 2003 Rover 25 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 AO03 BDU, 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 AO03 BDU registered?

AO03 BDU is a 2003 Rover 25, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is AO03 BDU safe to buy?

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