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BG51 ZVN

2001 Rover 25

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

143,965 mi
Last recorded143,965 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2013
Typical for 2001 Rover 2556,040 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG51 ZVN
MakeRover
Model25
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2013 143,965 miles

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

Fail 3 Jan 2013 143,952 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2011 132,969 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 117,145 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2010 117,141 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Dec 2009 99,946 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2008 82,738 miles

Handbrake travel

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 30 Dec 2008 82,738 miles

Handbrake travel

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

Pass 4 Jan 2008 64,740 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2007 64,638 miles

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Pass 29 Dec 2006 47,237 miles

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

Fail 29 Dec 2006 47,237 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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BG51 ZVN is a 2001 Rover 25 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 BG51 ZVN, 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

How do I check the history of BG51 ZVN?

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What year was BG51 ZVN registered?

BG51 ZVN is a 2001 Rover 25, first registered on 28 December 2001.

Is BG51 ZVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG51 ZVN shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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