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AX02 LKV

2002 Rover 25

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2023
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

90,814 mi
Last recorded90,814 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2023
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX02 LKV
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Fail 23 Feb 2023 90,814 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively OSF/NSF (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt OUTER (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt OUTER (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced OUTER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid both side OSR/NSR (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear REVERSE LAMP NOT WORKING

Pass 20 Jan 2022 83,866 miles

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

Nearside Rear fuel pipe corroded

clutch pedal rubber missing

engine management light on

front and rear brake pipes covered in grease

rear service brakes low effort

Fail 18 Jan 2022 83,864 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear fuel pipe corroded

clutch pedal rubber missing

engine management light on

front and rear brake pipes covered in grease

rear service brakes low effort

Fail 9 Jul 2021 83,806 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing cap missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear fuel pipe corroded

Rear reverse light inoperative

Rear service brakes low effort

Rear wiper defective

clutch pedal rubber missing

engine management light on

front and rear brake pipes covered in grease

oil leak

Pass 16 Jul 2020 77,863 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both near and wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 77,863 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both near and wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 24 May 2019 76,104 miles

outer sills corroded

steering rack damp

Pass 29 Aug 2018 74,175 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 72,241 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 69,387 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 66,186 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 63,395 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 60,646 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 57,921 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 54,916 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 54,916 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2010 51,051 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 51,051 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 47,732 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 44,629 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2007 40,973 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 36,769 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 23,642 miles
Pass 24 May 2005 17,157 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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AX02 LKV is a 2002 Rover 25 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 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 AX02 LKV, 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 AX02 LKV registered?

AX02 LKV is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 28 June 2002.

Is AX02 LKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX02 LKV shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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