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SE53 CVJ

2003 Rover 25

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

78,876 mi
Last recorded78,876 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2012
Typical for 2003 Rover 2547,589 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE53 CVJ
MakeRover
Model25
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2012 78,876 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 70,835 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2010 62,361 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2010 62,351 miles

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

Coolant leak

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

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

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

metal coolant pipe at rear engine leaking , thermostat housing also leaking

water pump leaking

Pass 13 Nov 2009 53,205 miles

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

Fail 13 Nov 2009 53,205 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2008 48,890 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Nov 2007 43,505 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Fail 21 Nov 2007 43,505 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Dec 2006 33,325 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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SE53 CVJ is a 2003 Rover 25 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SE53 CVJ, 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

How do I check the history of SE53 CVJ?

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What year was SE53 CVJ registered?

SE53 CVJ is a 2003 Rover 25, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is SE53 CVJ safe to buy?

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