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PN53 VTW

2003 Rover 25

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,045 mi
Last recorded45,045 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover 2547,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN53 VTW
MakeRover
Model25
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2017 45,045 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2017 45,045 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)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2016 41,844 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 40,399 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2014 36,942 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 34,643 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2012 32,175 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

o/s f tyer some edge wear

Pass 19 Sep 2011 30,027 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 28,447 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 26,302 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 24,004 miles

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

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

o/s/r tyre starting to crack

radiator nearing end of life

slight dampness around streeing rack

Pass 26 Sep 2008 24,004 miles

o/s/r tyre starting to crack

radiator nearing end of life

slight dampness around streeing rack

Pass 24 Sep 2007 21,209 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 19,122 miles

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

n/s/f tyre cut on outer sidewall

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 VTW is a 2003 Rover 25 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VTW, 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 VTW registered?

PN53 VTW is a 2003 Rover 25, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is PN53 VTW safe to buy?

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