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AE02 XXS

2002 Rover 25

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

66,810 mi
Last recorded66,810 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE02 XXS
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2017 66,810 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 64,608 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 64,608 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2015 55,606 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 17 Mar 2014 54,937 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 54,414 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 53,580 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 53,580 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 52,000 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 50,316 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 48,535 miles

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

Fail 26 Feb 2008 48,534 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Coolant leak

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

Pass 12 Mar 2007 45,849 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 38,159 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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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AE02 XXS is a 2002 Rover 25 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2002 Rover 25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 50,970 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 AE02 XXS, 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 24 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 AE02 XXS registered?

AE02 XXS is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 8 March 2002.

Is AE02 XXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE02 XXS shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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