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FX52 GWP

2002 Rover 25

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

127,381 mi
Last recorded127,381 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2014
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX52 GWP
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2014 127,381 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 8 Sep 2014 127,376 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front drive shaft coupling is insecure (2.5.C.1c)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 123,444 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 120,535 miles

Both rear tyres are perished

Exhaust flexy section is deteriorated

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (3.4.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 118,103 miles

exhaust rubber mounts deteriorated

offside outer driveshaft boot support clip poor condition

Pass 2 Sep 2010 116,008 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 113,587 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 90,806 miles

Advise handbrake adjustment.

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Water pump very noisy.

Fail 29 Aug 2008 90,806 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Advise handbrake adjustment.

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Water pump very noisy.

Pass 31 Aug 2007 65,864 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 65,140 miles

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Cam belt tensioner noisy.

Pass 29 Jun 2006 42,341 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2005 29,476 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)

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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FX52 GWP is a 2002 Rover 25 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FX52 GWP, 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 FX52 GWP registered?

FX52 GWP is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 26 September 2002.

Is FX52 GWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX52 GWP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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