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AW03 DPF

2003 Rover 25

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

78,119 mi
Last recorded78,119 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Rover 2547,589 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAW03 DPF
MakeRover
Model25
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2018 78,119 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

bulkhead support brace slightly corroded

front suspension cross-member slightly corroded

n/s/f speedometer ring cracked

o/s outer sill areas of corrosion

slight surface corrosion to areas of underside

Pass 3 Aug 2017 73,683 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 68,223 miles

front tyres worn on inner edge

Fail 2 Aug 2016 68,223 miles

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

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

front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 6 Aug 2015 63,812 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2014 60,524 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 56,858 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2012 52,358 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2012 52,358 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2011 47,534 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 43,106 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 38,956 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 38,956 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 34,122 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 27,672 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 20,619 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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AW03 DPF is a 2003 Rover 25 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AW03 DPF, 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 AW03 DPF registered?

AW03 DPF is a 2003 Rover 25, first registered on 26 August 2003.

Is AW03 DPF safe to buy?

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