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AX51 DMU

2001 Rover 25

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,399 mi
Last recorded39,399 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2015
Typical for 2001 Rover 2556,040 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX51 DMU
MakeRover
Model25
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2015 39,399 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2014 32,647 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 29,996 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 25,379 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 24,970 miles

lh reluctor ring broken not abs

Fail 27 Nov 2009 23,129 miles

Offside Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 23,129 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 20,678 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 18,456 miles

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

Fail 22 Nov 2006 15,811 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2006 15,811 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 13,110 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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AX51 DMU is a 2001 Rover 25 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Rover 25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 56,040 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 AX51 DMU, 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 25 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 AX51 DMU?

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What year was AX51 DMU registered?

AX51 DMU is a 2001 Rover 25, first registered on 14 December 2001.

Is AX51 DMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX51 DMU shows 12 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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