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RA03 OXE

2003 Rover 25

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

52,282 mi
Last recorded52,282 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Rover 2547,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA03 OXE
MakeRover
Model25
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2018 52,282 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 45,869 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 38,054 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 37,267 miles

front pads 5mm

Pass 25 Jul 2014 35,793 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 14,721 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 34,719 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2012 33,217 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 31,635 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 29,970 miles

serface rust on rear exhaust box

Pass 28 Jul 2009 27,130 miles

surface rust on exhaust

Pass 28 Jul 2008 24,561 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 21,275 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 17,732 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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RA03 OXE is a 2003 Rover 25 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 RA03 OXE, 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 RA03 OXE registered?

RA03 OXE is a 2003 Rover 25, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is RA03 OXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA03 OXE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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