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BJ51 VVR

2001 Rover 25

Gold Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

36,062 mi
Last recorded36,062 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 Rover 2556,040 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ51 VVR
MakeRover
Model25
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2016 36,062 miles

Rear both and o/s front weathering inner walls

Rear handbrake excess travel.

oil filter is covered with oil possible leak

Pass 3 Nov 2015 33,546 miles

exces travel in hand brake

Pass 4 Nov 2014 29,251 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 26,391 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

hand brake travel.

n/s/brake hose catching on ABS wire

tyreso/s/f and both rear weathered.

Pass 31 Oct 2013 26,391 miles

hand brake travel.

n/s/brake hose catching on ABS wire

tyreso/s/f and both rear weathered.

Pass 5 Nov 2012 22,068 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 18,090 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 14,382 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 11,182 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 8,253 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 7,538 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 6,789 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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BJ51 VVR is a 2001 Rover 25 in Gold with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 BJ51 VVR, 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 BJ51 VVR registered?

BJ51 VVR is a 2001 Rover 25, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is BJ51 VVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ51 VVR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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