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FM02 GNY

2002 Rover 25

Blue Petrol 1119cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,742 mi
Last recorded98,742 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2013
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM02 GNY
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,119cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2013 98,742 miles

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

exhaust system deteriorating

slight corrosion on various parts of underbody

Fail 12 Nov 2012 87,683 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 87,683 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 14 Nov 2011 76,260 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 14 Nov 2011 76,260 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2010 67,202 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 67,199 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Nov 2009 57,630 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 57,630 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 52,505 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 42,256 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 31,284 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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FM02 GNY is a 2002 Rover 25 in Blue with a 1,119cc 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 FM02 GNY, 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 FM02 GNY?

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What year was FM02 GNY registered?

FM02 GNY is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 16 August 2002.

Is FM02 GNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM02 GNY 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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