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W218 RFL

2000 Rover 25

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

29,013 mi
Last recorded29,013 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2018
Typical for 2000 Rover 2562,411 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW218 RFL
MakeRover
Model25
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2018 29,013 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 28,493 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 27,733 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 25 Jul 2015 26,926 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2015 26,926 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 25,292 miles

SLIGHT CORROSION ON O/S SILL / SLIGHT NOISE ON REAR WHEELS WHEN SPUN / NAIL IN O/S/R TYRE / SLIGHT OIL LEAK / SLIGHT LEAK ON STEERING RACK / SLIGHT CORROSION ON INNER SILLS

Pass 10 Jul 2013 15,150 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 14,589 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 13,869 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 13,365 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 12,570 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 11,781 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 10,872 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 9,739 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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W218 RFL is a 2000 Rover 25 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 W218 RFL, 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 W218 RFL?

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What year was W218 RFL registered?

W218 RFL is a 2000 Rover 25, first registered on 28 July 2000.

Is W218 RFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for W218 RFL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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