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FV02 VPU

2002 Rover 25

Gold Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

78,207 mi
Last recorded78,207 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2014
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV02 VPU
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 17 Oct 2014 78,207 miles

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

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 78,207 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 64,397 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 64,397 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 58,516 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2012 58,516 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)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 51,061 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 44,719 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2009 39,768 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 33,749 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 28,892 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 23,274 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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FV02 VPU is a 2002 Rover 25 in Gold with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 FV02 VPU, 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 FV02 VPU registered?

FV02 VPU is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 23 August 2002.

Is FV02 VPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV02 VPU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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