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R24 MSB

2003 Rover 25

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

42,739 mi
Last recorded42,739 miles
Recorded on1 May 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover 2547,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR24 MSB
MakeRover
Model25
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2016 42,739 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2016 42,739 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)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside 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 Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded rear to front (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 May 2015 36,879 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 36,860 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2014 30,882 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2013 26,938 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 25,983 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)

Pass 8 May 2012 25,983 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 23,842 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 May 2010 21,781 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 19,027 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 16 May 2008 16,205 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2008 16,205 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 12,783 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 9,902 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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R24 MSB is a 2003 Rover 25 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R24 MSB, 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 R24 MSB registered?

R24 MSB is a 2003 Rover 25, first registered on 16 May 2003.

Is R24 MSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R24 MSB shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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