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AF52 UJZ

2002 Rover 25

Maroon Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

73,716 mi
Last recorded73,716 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF52 UJZ
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 73,716 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2025 73,590 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 73,042 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 72,325 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 71,784 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 71,265 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 70,731 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 70,232 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 69,788 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 68,176 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 65,749 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 61,387 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 56,741 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Feb 2014 56,741 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 49,155 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2012 43,081 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 38,670 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2011 38,666 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Dec 2009 35,094 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 30,975 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2007 23,044 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 15,199 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2006 15,195 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.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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AF52 UJZ is a 2002 Rover 25 in Maroon with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 AF52 UJZ, 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 AF52 UJZ registered?

AF52 UJZ is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 1 January 2002.

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