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DE52 VRM

2002 Rover 25

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

48,177 mi
Last recorded48,177 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2016
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE52 VRM
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2016 48,177 miles

Nearside side repeater lens missing

Offside side repeater lens missing

Fail 14 Jun 2016 48,177 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside side repeater lens missing

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside side repeater lens missing

Pass 11 Jul 2015 46,695 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2014 45,034 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 43,403 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 41,679 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 40,023 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 38,044 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 35,890 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 33,943 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 31,426 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 27,806 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2006 27,806 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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DE52 VRM is a 2002 Rover 25 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DE52 VRM, 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 DE52 VRM registered?

DE52 VRM is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 14 November 2002.

Is DE52 VRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE52 VRM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DE52 VRM have outstanding finance?

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