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AW03 EFR

2003 Rover 25

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2017
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

85,415 mi
Last recorded85,415 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover 2547,589 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAW03 EFR
MakeRover
Model25
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2016 85,415 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 85,415 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 73,225 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 73,195 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2014 69,772 miles

CO high at idle speed

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

Pass 4 Dec 2013 63,784 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 57,319 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 50,900 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 45,532 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 40,483 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 40,477 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 39,556 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 36,442 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 28,182 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2007 28,182 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 21 Aug 2006 19,682 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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
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AW03 EFR is a 2003 Rover 25 in Red with a 1,588cc 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 EFR, 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 EFR registered?

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

Is AW03 EFR safe to buy?

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