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FP52 UDN

2002 Rover 25

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

56,162 mi
Last recorded56,162 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP52 UDN
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 56,162 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 55,173 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 54,313 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2023 54,263 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Arch/Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Arch/Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/55r15 82v (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 10 Oct 2022 53,555 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/55r15 82v (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 1 Nov 2021 52,884 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/55r15 82v (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 52,178 miles

Central Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2020 52,178 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/55r15 82h (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/55r15 82h (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2019 51,562 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/55r15 82h (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/55r15 82h (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 50,251 miles

Nearside Front Upper Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 19 Oct 2018 50,251 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 17 Oct 2017 48,790 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 47,289 miles

nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 19 Oct 2016 47,289 miles

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

nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 3 Nov 2015 45,744 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2015 45,744 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Oct 2014 44,340 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2014 44,340 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 42,378 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

a little damp around nearside steering rack boot

offside front tyre pressure low

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 30 Oct 2012 40,504 miles

slight imballance on front brakes

Pass 7 Oct 2011 39,039 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

nearside steering rack a little damp

wipers a little smeary

Pass 26 Oct 2010 36,602 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 33,505 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 30,827 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)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 27,748 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 23,446 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 18,336 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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FP52 UDN is a 2002 Rover 25 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FP52 UDN, 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 FP52 UDN?

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What year was FP52 UDN registered?

FP52 UDN is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 30 November 2002.

Is FP52 UDN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP52 UDN shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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