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BF02 ETY

2002 Rover 25

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

87,991 mi
Last recorded87,991 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2019
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF02 ETY
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2019 87,991 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Pass 21 Apr 2018 81,609 miles

Oil leak engine ()

Pass 24 Apr 2017 77,863 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

Fail 22 Apr 2017 77,863 miles

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

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)

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 9 Apr 2016 71,523 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

oil leak

Pass 11 Apr 2015 61,975 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

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

slight cut to inside wall on o/s/f tyre

Pass 15 Apr 2014 56,795 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 54,918 miles

advise slight corrosion both rear brake pipes

cannot check concealed brake pipes behind petrol tank

Pass 23 Apr 2012 53,203 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 50,603 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 48,127 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 44,745 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 40,832 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 34,543 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 28,037 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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BF02 ETY is a 2002 Rover 25 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 BF02 ETY, 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 BF02 ETY registered?

BF02 ETY is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 16 March 2002.

Is BF02 ETY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF02 ETY shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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