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FP02 GVG

2002 Rover 25

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

91,858 mi
Last recorded91,858 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2014
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP02 GVG
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2014 91,858 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2014 91,858 miles

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

Outer Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 88,054 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 81,482 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear exhaust box insecure

Pass 15 Apr 2011 72,131 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)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 63,103 miles

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

catalyst rattling

Fail 15 Apr 2010 63,102 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

catalyst rattling

Fail 10 Apr 2009 53,875 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Apr 2009 53,875 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 47,590 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 41,040 miles

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)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 41,040 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 34,043 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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FP02 GVG is a 2002 Rover 25 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FP02 GVG, 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 FP02 GVG?

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What year was FP02 GVG registered?

FP02 GVG is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 4 May 2002.

Is FP02 GVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP02 GVG shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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