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FM51 KYS

2002 Rover 25

Blue Petrol 1119cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,943 mi
Last recorded92,943 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2017
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM51 KYS
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,119cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2017 92,943 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2017 92,934 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 88,600 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 84,417 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2015 84,401 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 80,512 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2014 80,506 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 76,668 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 70,099 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

engine management warning lamp on may require service attention

Pass 19 Feb 2011 66,218 miles

hand brake travel slightly high

Fail 15 Feb 2010 62,057 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2010 62,057 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 55,865 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 49,753 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 44,573 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 38,095 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 KYS is a 2002 Rover 25 in Blue with a 1,119cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KYS, 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 FM51 KYS registered?

FM51 KYS is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 22 January 2002.

Is FM51 KYS safe to buy?

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