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FV52 KWM

2002 Rover 25

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

59,966 mi
Last recorded59,966 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2019
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV52 KWM
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2019 59,966 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Dry, perished and cracked (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component N/S rack gaiter (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 58,713 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 58,712 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component n/s rack gaiter (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 57,331 miles

Os outer cv boot is perishing

Pass 5 Sep 2016 55,598 miles

Centre and rear exhaust sections are very corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2015 52,801 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 50,938 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 47,620 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 42,354 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 37,719 miles

offside front tyre wearing on edge.

Pass 26 Nov 2010 32,241 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 29,268 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 25,864 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 22,704 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 19,398 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 19,398 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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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FV52 KWM is a 2002 Rover 25 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FV52 KWM, 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 FV52 KWM registered?

FV52 KWM is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 18 December 2002.

Is FV52 KWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV52 KWM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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