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DN51 VJF

2002 Rover 25

Silver Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

67,543 mi
Last recorded67,543 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2012
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN51 VJF
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2012 67,543 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 73,202 miles

Battery insecure

Fail 19 Aug 2011 73,202 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Battery insecure

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

Pass 12 May 2011 73,191 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 10 Dec 2009 68,079 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 60,499 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 52,200 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2006 45,161 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 35,401 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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DN51 VJF is a 2002 Rover 25 in Silver with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DN51 VJF, 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

How do I check the history of DN51 VJF?

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What year was DN51 VJF registered?

DN51 VJF is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 15 January 2002.

Is DN51 VJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN51 VJF shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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