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AY02 CLV

2002 Rover 75

Blue Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests30 (22 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

134,384 mi
Last recorded134,384 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Rover 7582,754 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY02 CLV
MakeRover
Model75
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

22 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 134,384 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2025 134,384 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2024 133,943 miles

Rear both rear axel mounts corroded

Pass 30 Nov 2023 129,447 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 124,288 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2022 124,288 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 118,629 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under wing (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside outer sill corroded

Offside Rear outer sill corroded by jacking point

Fail 17 Nov 2021 118,517 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under wing (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside outer sill corroded

Offside Rear outer sill corroded by jacking point

Pass 17 Nov 2020 113,754 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

exhaust back box corroded

Fail 17 Nov 2020 113,754 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

exhaust back box corroded

Pass 22 Oct 2019 113,340 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2019 113,339 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 110,048 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 104,220 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2018 104,220 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Feb 2018 104,220 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 98,590 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2017 98,590 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 94,421 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 91,940 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 88,621 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 84,977 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2013 84,977 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 82,103 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 78,634 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 75,355 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 71,528 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 68,370 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 65,555 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 63,672 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 75?

Based on 1,365,354 MOT tests across 103,127 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
5,824
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
103,127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 82,341
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,582
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36,066
Registration plate lamp not working 33,396
Direction indicator incorrect colour 27,329
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AY02 CLV is a 2002 Rover 75 in Blue with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2002 Rover 75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 82,754 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 75 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 82,341 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY02 CLV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 75 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Rover 75 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY02 CLV registered?

AY02 CLV is a 2002 Rover 75, first registered on 13 March 2002.

Is AY02 CLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY02 CLV shows 30 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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