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SD03 BVP

2003 Rover 25

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

39,759 mi
Last recorded39,759 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover 2547,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD03 BVP
MakeRover
Model25
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2016 39,759 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 38,471 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 38,471 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc outer (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 36,426 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 34,352 miles

Front exhaust flexi section worn

Front tyres worn on inside edges

N/s/f driveshaft oil seal leaking

Pass 29 Sep 2012 32,415 miles

nsr seat had child seat fitted, not allowing full inspection of adult belt

radiator condition poor

Pass 6 Oct 2011 30,546 miles

Centre & rear exhaust sections poor

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

N/s outer CV joint ABS ring fractured

N/s/r tyre outer sidewall scuffed

Pass 27 Feb 2010 27,834 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 26,576 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 25,391 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 21,233 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 15,924 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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SD03 BVP is a 2003 Rover 25 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SD03 BVP, 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 SD03 BVP registered?

SD03 BVP is a 2003 Rover 25, first registered on 20 March 2003.

Is SD03 BVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD03 BVP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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