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AV53 SVZ

2003 Rover 25

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,038 mi
Last recorded66,038 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover 2547,589 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 SVZ
MakeRover
Model25
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 28 Sep 2017 66,038 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 63,078 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 59,006 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 54,884 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 48,842 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 40,137 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 33,567 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 27,133 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 21,903 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 25 Sep 2008 19,469 miles

front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 27 Sep 2007 17,593 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 15,121 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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AV53 SVZ is a 2003 Rover 25 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SVZ, 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 AV53 SVZ?

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What year was AV53 SVZ registered?

AV53 SVZ is a 2003 Rover 25, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is AV53 SVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV53 SVZ shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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