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BT53 LHG

2004 Rover 25

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

127,116 mi
Last recorded127,116 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2019
Typical for 2004 Rover 2544,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 LHG
MakeRover
Model25
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2019 127,116 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 123,685 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear exhaust heat shield loose

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 119,469 miles

Front wiper blades starting to deteriorate

Nearside Front tyre starting to perish

Pass 16 Nov 2016 113,170 miles

Offside Front Outer slight leak of grease

Pass 29 Oct 2015 103,145 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2015 103,145 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 94,336 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 84,853 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 26 Nov 2012 75,368 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 75,368 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 66,474 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2010 55,355 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Oct 2010 55,355 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 39,517 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 21,285 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 20,018 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 13,044 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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BT53 LHG is a 2004 Rover 25 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2004 Rover 25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 44,756 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 BT53 LHG, 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 22 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 BT53 LHG registered?

BT53 LHG is a 2004 Rover 25, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is BT53 LHG safe to buy?

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