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BF51 BGU

2001 Rover 25

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

66,717 mi
Last recorded66,717 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2010
Typical for 2001 Rover 2556,040 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF51 BGU
MakeRover
Model25
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2010 66,717 miles

exhaust system corroded

rear number plate condition

Fail 27 Feb 2010 66,712 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

exhaust system corroded

rear number plate condition

Pass 20 Mar 2009 61,501 miles

Offside a.b.s.ring broken.

Pass 22 Jan 2009 61,459 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 60,155 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2007 60,155 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

body damage to o/s/r quarter panel and damage to o/s/r light cluster

both front tyres wearing on onner edge

handbrake has long travel

reverse lights not working

temparary repair made to exhaust at centre to rear join,not blowing at time of test

Pass 3 Jan 2006 45,558 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2006 45,558 miles

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

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

handbrake has long travel damage o/s outer sill

reverse lights not working

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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BF51 BGU is a 2001 Rover 25 in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2001 Rover 25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 56,040 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 BF51 BGU, 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 25 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 BF51 BGU registered?

BF51 BGU is a 2001 Rover 25, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is BF51 BGU safe to buy?

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