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AV03 ZCJ

2003 Rover 25

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

80,059 mi
Last recorded80,059 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Rover 2547,589 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2018 80,059 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 75,823 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 67,753 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 62,347 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 60,232 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 57,171 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 57,171 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 52,695 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 47,773 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 43,458 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 38,434 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 32,392 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 32,392 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2007 28,044 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 19,579 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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AV03 ZCJ 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 86.7%.

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 AV03 ZCJ, 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 ZCJ registered?

AV03 ZCJ is a 2003 Rover 25, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is AV03 ZCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV03 ZCJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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