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FL52 SZZ

2002 Rover 25

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,034 mi
Last recorded55,034 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2013
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL52 SZZ
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2013 55,034 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 16 Oct 2013 55,029 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 54,115 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 9 Aug 2011 51,087 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 47,217 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010 47,217 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 41,647 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 41,647 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Aug 2008 34,526 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

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

rear tyres slightly perished

Pass 10 Aug 2007 28,945 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both front tyres wearing outer edges

both rear tyres cracking in tread

Pass 11 Aug 2006 20,205 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 20,205 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Parking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c)

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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FL52 SZZ is a 2002 Rover 25 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FL52 SZZ, 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 FL52 SZZ registered?

FL52 SZZ is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 23 September 2002.

Is FL52 SZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL52 SZZ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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