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AV53 SFN

2003 Rover 25

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

38,716 mi
Last recorded38,716 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover 2547,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 SFN
MakeRover
Model25
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2016 38,716 miles

both front tyres worn on edges quite badly 175 65 14

centre exhaust deteriorated

Pass 10 Dec 2014 31,062 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 29,134 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 27,979 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 24,823 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 23,661 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 22,114 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 20,363 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 18,565 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 16,678 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2006 16,678 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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
Full Rover 25 reliability report

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AV53 SFN is a 2003 Rover 25 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AV53 SFN, 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 AV53 SFN registered?

AV53 SFN is a 2003 Rover 25, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is AV53 SFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV53 SFN shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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