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DS02 GVC

2002 Rover 25

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

92,294 mi
Last recorded92,294 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2016
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS02 GVC
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2016 92,294 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 83,810 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 76,692 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 76,692 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2013 63,347 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 63,197 miles

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

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

very slight wear in both steering track rod ends

Fail 12 Jul 2010 53,623 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 53,623 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 41,827 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 29,390 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008 29,388 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2007 23,378 miles

co emmisions only just past

engine light on

n/s/r tyres cracking on side walls

o/s/r tyre cracking on side walls

Pass 6 May 2006 18,649 miles

rear centre seat belt sticking

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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DS02 GVC is a 2002 Rover 25 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DS02 GVC, 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.

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What year was DS02 GVC registered?

DS02 GVC is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is DS02 GVC safe to buy?

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