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W552 TGC

2000 Rover 25

White Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

62,958 mi
Last recorded62,958 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2025
Typical for 2000 Rover 2562,411 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW552 TGC
MakeRover
Model25
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2025 62,958 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 6 Dec 2025 62,958 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 55,539 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 51,501 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Side repeater slightly discoloured Both sides of vehicle (4.4.3 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 46,711 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated CV boot perished (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Surface rust at NSR sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated CV boot perished (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Surface rust at OSR sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 42,279 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Deep cut to sidewall cannot confirm cords(strongly advised) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working Central upper (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Oct 2021 42,279 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Deep cut to sidewall cannot confirm cords(strongly advised) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective Split (3.4 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working Central upper (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 35,258 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 31,848 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 27,527 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 23,767 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 20,346 miles

Nearside Rear tyre split and perished

Offside Front tyre split and perished

Fail 2 Nov 2016 20,267 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear tyre split and perished

Offside Front tyre split and perished

Pass 31 Oct 2015 16,964 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 16,722 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2013 16,722 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 16,433 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 16,114 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 15,856 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 15,547 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 15,093 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 14,505 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 13,828 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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W552 TGC is a 2000 Rover 25 in White with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 W552 TGC, 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

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What year was W552 TGC registered?

W552 TGC is a 2000 Rover 25, first registered on 9 March 2000.

Is W552 TGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W552 TGC shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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