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BG02 WRU

2002 Rover 25

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

110,517 mi
Last recorded110,517 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG02 WRU
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 110,517 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 102,956 miles

Both front wheel arches corroded

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 21 Nov 2023 95,619 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 86,600 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 78,164 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 69,555 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2020 69,555 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 62,902 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 57,191 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 53,403 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 48,741 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 44,907 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 39,338 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 33,266 miles

both rear tyres slightly cracked

Pass 19 Nov 2012 25,048 miles

slight cut in nearside front tyre

Pass 22 Nov 2011 18,130 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 17,165 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 15,977 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 14,434 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2007 13,094 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 11,311 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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BG02 WRU is a 2002 Rover 25 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 BG02 WRU, 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 BG02 WRU registered?

BG02 WRU is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 26 June 2002.

Is BG02 WRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG02 WRU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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