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RN52 PFY

2003 Rover 25

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

65,973 mi
Last recorded65,973 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Rover 2547,589 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN52 PFY
MakeRover
Model25
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2019 65,973 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2018 56,533 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 27 Jan 2017 54,879 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

both front springs corroded

both rear tyres perished

bottom radiator mounts corroded

damp around steering rack

front anti-roll bar corroded

front flexi of exhaust has come away

middle section of exhaust corroded to back box

Pass 8 Feb 2016 52,649 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 49,390 miles

exhaust deteriorated at rear

Pass 20 Jan 2014 46,402 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 43,824 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 41,162 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2011 38,841 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 36,554 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 33,994 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 31,263 miles

gearbox leaking oil from drive shaft oil seals

Fail 20 Mar 2008 31,263 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

gearbox leaking oil from drive shaft oil seals

Pass 21 Mar 2007 26,558 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2007 26,500 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Feb 2006 18,964 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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RN52 PFY is a 2003 Rover 25 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RN52 PFY, 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 RN52 PFY registered?

RN52 PFY is a 2003 Rover 25, first registered on 11 February 2003.

Is RN52 PFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN52 PFY shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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