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BF52 XBP

2002 Rover 25

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

78,125 mi
Last recorded78,125 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2015
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF52 XBP
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2015 78,125 miles

Nearside Wing mirror is missing

Pass 26 Nov 2014 74,783 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 70,525 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Passenger mirror missing

Pass 5 Dec 2012 60,559 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2011 56,446 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2011 56,446 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2010 52,737 miles

Engine management warning light showing.

Front number plate broken.

nearside front wing mirror damaged.

Pass 19 Nov 2009 46,733 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2008 36,734 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 26,774 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 22,443 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

airbag light indicates a fault

park brake requires adjustment

Pass 17 Nov 2005 16,008 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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BF52 XBP is a 2002 Rover 25 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BF52 XBP, 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.

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What year was BF52 XBP registered?

BF52 XBP is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 26 November 2002.

Is BF52 XBP safe to buy?

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