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FV51 LCX

2002 Rover 25

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

77,029 mi
Last recorded77,029 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV51 LCX
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2017 77,029 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 77,029 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm o/s and n/s (4.1.E.1)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively o/s and n/s (8.2.2)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported tail pipe rubber broken (7.1.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 67,528 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 67,528 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2015 62,820 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2015 62,820 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 51,620 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 51,620 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2013 40,417 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 40,417 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Fail 5 Mar 2012 34,123 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 34,123 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 28,919 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 28,014 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 25,848 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 23,215 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 19,657 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 16,592 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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FV51 LCX is a 2002 Rover 25 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FV51 LCX, 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 FV51 LCX registered?

FV51 LCX is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 30 January 2002.

Is FV51 LCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV51 LCX shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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