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SG53 CVB

2003 Rover 25

Grey Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,129 mi
Last recorded52,129 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover 2547,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG53 CVB
MakeRover
Model25
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2017 52,129 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 May 2016 49,244 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 44,188 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 43,164 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 41,595 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

tracking check

Fail 13 Sep 2013 41,595 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

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

Oil leak

tracking check

Fail 13 Sep 2012 39,836 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 39,836 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 7 Sep 2011 37,727 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 37,727 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 35,545 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2009 33,433 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 31,001 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 63,254 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2006 27,954 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 27,954 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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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SG53 CVB is a 2003 Rover 25 in Grey with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SG53 CVB, 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 SG53 CVB?

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What year was SG53 CVB registered?

SG53 CVB is a 2003 Rover 25, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is SG53 CVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG53 CVB shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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