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BU02 BWF

2002 Rover 25

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

93,158 mi
Last recorded93,158 miles
Recorded on15 May 2015
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU02 BWF
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 May 2015 93,158 miles

slight craking on n/s rear tyre

Fail 15 May 2015 93,158 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

slight craking on n/s rear tyre

Fail 4 May 2014 85,055 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 4 May 2014 85,055 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2013 82,695 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2012 79,270 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 79,270 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 69,615 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 69,611 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2010 66,740 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 60,911 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 60,908 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

child seat fitted centre rear

Pass 7 Mar 2008 54,605 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2007 46,290 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2006 38,501 miles

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

nail in tyre

off side front tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 10 Mar 2006 38,501 miles

nail in tyre

off side front tyre wearing on inside edge

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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BU02 BWF is a 2002 Rover 25 in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 BU02 BWF, 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 BU02 BWF registered?

BU02 BWF is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 13 March 2002.

Is BU02 BWF safe to buy?

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