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AW03 ECX

2003 Rover 25

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,906 mi
Last recorded36,906 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Rover 2547,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAW03 ECX
MakeRover
Model25
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2021 36,906 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 22 Jul 2019 31,017 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished in tread runs, April 2003 tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 23,919 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 23,919 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 23,656 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 22,964 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 22,218 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 21,440 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 20,237 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 20,167 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 19,400 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 18,702 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 18,702 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 10 Aug 2009 17,385 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 17,385 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 16,641 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2007 15,899 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2006 14,889 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 ECX is a 2003 Rover 25 in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 ECX, 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 AW03 ECX registered?

AW03 ECX is a 2003 Rover 25, first registered on 28 August 2003.

Is AW03 ECX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AW03 ECX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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