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FD51 RCV

2002 Rover 25

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

94,198 mi
Last recorded94,198 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2017
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD51 RCV
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2017 94,198 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2017 94,198 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jan 2016 90,262 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2015 83,841 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 77,597 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 71,624 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 65,011 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2011 58,126 miles

Coolent level low.

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2010 52,421 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 45,362 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2008 45,362 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 38,653 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 29,977 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 22,174 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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FD51 RCV is a 2002 Rover 25 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FD51 RCV, 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 FD51 RCV registered?

FD51 RCV is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 30 January 2002.

Is FD51 RCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD51 RCV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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