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FM51 KYF

2002 Rover 25

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

166,147 mi
Last recorded166,147 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2015
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM51 KYF
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2015 166,147 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Dec 2014 155,288 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 143,718 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)

Fail 18 Dec 2013 143,718 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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)

Pass 20 Dec 2012 132,153 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 121,006 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2010 110,422 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2010 110,422 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 102,859 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 95,719 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 86,124 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 22 Dec 2006 72,020 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 57,584 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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FM51 KYF is a 2002 Rover 25 in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FM51 KYF, 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 FM51 KYF registered?

FM51 KYF is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 15 January 2002.

Is FM51 KYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM51 KYF shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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