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AV03 LFR

2003 Rover 25

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

85,167 mi
Last recorded85,167 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover 2547,589 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV03 LFR
MakeRover
Model25
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2017 85,167 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 77,013 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2016 77,013 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 8 Jan 2015 71,112 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 67,901 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 67,901 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2013 64,036 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 60,566 miles

Exhaust heat sheild loose.

Rear engine mounting defective.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 1 Feb 2012 60,566 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Exhaust heat sheild loose.

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear engine mounting defective.

Rear exhaust deteriating.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 55,752 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 47,895 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 43,638 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 38,241 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 31,287 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 25,920 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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AV03 LFR is a 2003 Rover 25 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AV03 LFR, 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 AV03 LFR registered?

AV03 LFR is a 2003 Rover 25, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is AV03 LFR safe to buy?

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