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AE51 OCG

2002 Rover 25

Gold Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,866 mi
Last recorded72,866 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2017
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 OCG
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2017 72,866 miles

corrosion on sills

Pass 30 Nov 2016 71,708 miles

chip in screen

Fail 30 Nov 2016 71,707 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

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

chip in screen

Pass 18 Nov 2015 63,457 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2015 63,457 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 21 May 2014 52,100 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 52,100 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 May 2013 46,704 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 46,704 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 May 2012 37,395 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 32,162 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 May 2010 29,779 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 27,913 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2008 24,946 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2007 22,449 miles

E.M.L. on

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

Pass 31 May 2006 20,115 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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AE51 OCG is a 2002 Rover 25 in Gold with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AE51 OCG, 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 AE51 OCG registered?

AE51 OCG is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 25 January 2002.

Is AE51 OCG safe to buy?

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