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AU02 KXP

2002 Rover 25

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

87,749 mi
Last recorded87,749 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2017
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU02 KXP
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2017 87,749 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Oil leak ()

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

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

Fail 20 Jan 2017 87,749 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Oil leak ()

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2016 83,275 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

oil leak

Pass 31 Jan 2015 78,689 miles

Oil leak

Fail 30 Jan 2015 78,689 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jan 2014 73,776 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2014 73,776 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 69,378 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2013 69,317 miles

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

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

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 64,506 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Jan 2012 64,506 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Jan 2011 59,538 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Jan 2011 59,538 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Jan 2010 53,679 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 48,380 miles

Battery insecure

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

Pass 14 Jan 2008 42,790 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2008 42,790 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2007 34,562 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2006 30,352 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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AU02 KXP is a 2002 Rover 25 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 AU02 KXP, 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.

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What year was AU02 KXP registered?

AU02 KXP is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 5 March 2002.

Is AU02 KXP safe to buy?

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