CarVerify

Free Car Check

V826 FHC

1999 Rover 25

Green Petrol 1396cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

122,082 mi
Last recorded122,082 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2012
Typical for 1999 Rover 2564,917 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Rover
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationV826 FHC
MakeRover
Model25
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2012 122,082 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 1 Sep 2012 122,082 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Outer Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

engine oil level low

Pass 30 Aug 2011 105,136 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 103,667 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 103,583 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 96,460 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 30 May 2008 86,246 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 82,306 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 78,602 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
Full Rover 25 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

V826 FHC is a 1999 Rover 25 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1999 Rover 25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 64,917 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 V826 FHC, 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 27 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 V826 FHC?

You can check the full history of V826 FHC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was V826 FHC registered?

V826 FHC is a 1999 Rover 25, first registered on 30 November 1999.

Is V826 FHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V826 FHC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V826 FHC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on V826 FHC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.