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BF52 XJN

2002 Rover 25

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2018
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,457 mi
Last recorded66,457 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF52 XJN
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2017 66,457 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 62,794 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all metal brake pipes starting to corrode (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front wiper split at ends but still clearing screen

brake pedal rubber worn

registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread both front and rear (6.3.1d)

Fail 1 Nov 2016 62,794 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed both front tyres (4.1.D.1b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded all metal brake pipes starting to corrode (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front wiper split at ends but still clearing screen

brake pedal rubber worn

registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread both front and rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Nov 2015 60,839 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 60,837 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 68,790 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 68,790 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 58,675 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2013 58,526 miles

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)

Fail 27 Jul 2012 53,762 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 53,762 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 49,164 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 49,164 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 42,460 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2010 42,460 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2009 32,130 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 26,751 miles

offside rear tyre perished

Fail 5 Dec 2008 26,751 miles

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

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 5 Dec 2007 23,405 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 19,415 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 15,462 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 XJN is a 2002 Rover 25 in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 BF52 XJN, 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 BF52 XJN registered?

BF52 XJN is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 6 December 2002.

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The MOT history for BF52 XJN shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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