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PN53 UML

2003 Rover 25

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

62,314 mi
Last recorded62,314 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 Rover 2547,589 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN53 UML
MakeRover
Model25
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2013 62,314 miles

Both rear tyres age cracking on outer wall & tread

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front brake discs worn

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside front C.V boot age cracking

Offside front brake binding

Pass 19 Jul 2012 55,001 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 54,975 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

drivers seat does not tilt forwards

Pass 28 Oct 2011 52,371 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 46,445 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 39,933 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 29,714 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 24,875 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 24,866 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2006 16,931 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2006 16,920 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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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PN53 UML is a 2003 Rover 25 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 PN53 UML, 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 PN53 UML registered?

PN53 UML is a 2003 Rover 25, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is PN53 UML safe to buy?

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