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SB52 RJV

2003 Rover 25

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

50,222 mi
Last recorded50,222 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Rover 2547,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB52 RJV
MakeRover
Model25
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2015 50,222 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2014 46,599 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 15 Jul 2014 46,547 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)

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2013 42,953 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 39,162 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 34,368 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 34,341 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2010 29,660 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 24,819 miles

Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 24 Jul 2009 24,819 miles

Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 18,837 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 13,748 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 10,117 miles

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

the rear panel is distorted from accident damage but rigid and structually sound and intact

Pass 17 Jan 2006 8,917 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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SB52 RJV 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 78.6%.

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 SB52 RJV, 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 SB52 RJV registered?

SB52 RJV is a 2003 Rover 25, first registered on 27 January 2003.

Is SB52 RJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB52 RJV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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