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AY02 UEF

2002 Rover 25

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

51,088 mi
Last recorded51,088 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2024
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY02 UEF
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2024 51,088 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged driveshaft counting ring broken (1.6 (e))

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

Fail 29 Oct 2024 51,088 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged driveshaft counting ring broken (1.6 (e))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2023 49,856 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2023 49,856 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracked to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2022 48,330 miles

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

nsr & osr sill's corroded

throttle sticking!

Fail 28 Oct 2022 48,319 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre & rear required replacement (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

nsr & osr sill's corroded

throttle sticking!

Pass 4 Oct 2021 46,813 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2020 34,299 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 24,943 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 24,738 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 24,361 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 23,858 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 23,242 miles

n/s tyres perished

Pass 3 Apr 2014 22,707 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 22,197 miles

n/s/r tyre perished

Pass 16 Apr 2012 21,562 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 20,532 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 19,345 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 17,956 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 16,641 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 14,884 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 12,904 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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AY02 UEF is a 2002 Rover 25 in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 AY02 UEF, 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 AY02 UEF registered?

AY02 UEF is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 29 April 2002.

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The MOT history for AY02 UEF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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