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BU51 LRX

2001 Rover 825

Black Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

20,406 mi
Last recorded20,406 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 LRX
MakeRover
Model825
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2015 20,406 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2014 18,028 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2014 17,970 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2013 16,453 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 16,453 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2012 15,310 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 14,108 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 12,693 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 12,693 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2009 11,678 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 10,303 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 8,609 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 7,342 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 825?

Based on 28,395 MOT tests across 5,078 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
4,080
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
5,078
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,646
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,712
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,511
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,111
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,022
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BU51 LRX is a 2001 Rover 825 in Black with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

The most common reason a Rover 825 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,646 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU51 LRX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 825 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 25 years old, this Rover 825 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU51 LRX?

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What year was BU51 LRX registered?

BU51 LRX is a 2001 Rover 825, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is BU51 LRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 LRX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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