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AR02 HPU

2002 Rover 25

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

71,075 mi
Last recorded71,075 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR02 HPU
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2019 71,075 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2019 71,075 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front flex and rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 63,319 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box deteriorating (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 25 May 2017 58,519 miles

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component rack (2.3.3b)

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

engine management fault light on

Fail 22 May 2017 58,510 miles

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)

Nearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component rack (2.3.3b)

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

engine management fault light on

Pass 27 May 2016 54,294 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt large retaining clip broken (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 51,586 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 49,622 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2014 49,531 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 31 May 2013 46,577 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 43,383 miles

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

both front tyres worn on inner edge

front brake discs worn

front brake pads getting low

Fail 13 Jun 2011 40,107 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 40,107 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2010 36,718 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 33,269 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 33,269 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 29,990 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 29,990 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 26,614 miles

Nearside stop light, suspect connection.

Pass 14 Mar 2006 22,082 miles

Front tyres worn, near wear bars.

Metal screw in offside rear tyre inner 3/4.

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

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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AR02 HPU is a 2002 Rover 25 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AR02 HPU, 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 AR02 HPU registered?

AR02 HPU is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 26 March 2002.

Is AR02 HPU safe to buy?

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