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W185 UVW

2000 Rover 25

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,229 mi
Last recorded117,229 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2014
Typical for 2000 Rover 2562,411 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW185 UVW
MakeRover
Model25
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2014 117,229 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Oil leak

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all tyres deteriorated

alternator belt deteriorated

corrosion underside/chassis

exhaust system corroded

front tyres worn on inside edges

Fail 18 Jul 2014 117,229 miles

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

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

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Oil leak

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all tyres deteriorated

alternator belt deteriorated

corrosion underside/chassis

exhaust system corroded

front tyres worn on inside edges

Pass 17 Jul 2013 115,594 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 110,526 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 104,304 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 97,960 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 91,058 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 91,058 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 82,299 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 75,219 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 66,227 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 66,122 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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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W185 UVW is a 2000 Rover 25 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 Rover 25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 62,411 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 W185 UVW, 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 26 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 W185 UVW?

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What year was W185 UVW registered?

W185 UVW is a 2000 Rover 25, first registered on 31 July 2000.

Is W185 UVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W185 UVW 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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