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DX52 NWL

2002 Rover 25

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

31,312 mi
Last recorded31,312 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2024
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX52 NWL
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2024 31,312 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2023 23,430 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 22,477 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 21,757 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 20,945 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 19,860 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 18,555 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 17,007 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 15,379 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2015 15,379 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 13,577 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 12,188 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2013 12,188 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Fail 22 Oct 2012 11,328 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 11,328 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 10,337 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 9,149 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 8,008 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 7,229 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 6,614 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 5,931 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2005 10,240 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2005 10,240 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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DX52 NWL is a 2002 Rover 25 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 DX52 NWL, 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 DX52 NWL registered?

DX52 NWL is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 28 November 2002.

Is DX52 NWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX52 NWL shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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