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SH53 FNA

2003 Rover 25

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

62,614 mi
Last recorded62,614 miles
Recorded on19 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Rover 2547,589 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH53 FNA
MakeRover
Model25
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2014 62,614 miles

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

N/S FRONT TYRE WORN ON OUTER EDGE EXHAUST FRONT MOUNT INSECURE REAR WIPER BLADE SPLIT

Fail 17 May 2014 62,614 miles

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

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

N/S FRONT TYRE WORN ON OUTER EDGE EXHAUST FRONT MOUNTING INSECURE SPEEDO RELUCTOR RING EXCESSIVELY SPLIT REAR WIPER BLADE SPLIT

Pass 14 May 2013 56,082 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 56,082 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 3 May 2012 51,706 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 47,451 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 44,365 miles

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

engine mount

Pass 6 May 2009 36,331 miles
Fail 4 May 2009 36,330 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2008 33,472 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 27,638 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 19,948 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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SH53 FNA is a 2003 Rover 25 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 SH53 FNA, 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 SH53 FNA?

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What year was SH53 FNA registered?

SH53 FNA is a 2003 Rover 25, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is SH53 FNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH53 FNA shows 12 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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