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FY52 FMZ

2002 Rover 25

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2024
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

30,511 mi
Last recorded30,511 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2023
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY52 FMZ
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2023 30,511 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Front brake balance border line (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 29,653 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

rusty areas to suspension components and under side of vehicle areas

Fail 3 Nov 2022 29,653 miles

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

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 Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

rusty areas to suspension components and under side of vehicle areas

Pass 2 Nov 2021 28,612 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Nov 2021 28,612 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))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 27,642 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Nov 2020 27,642 miles

Nearside 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 Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 27,129 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2019 27,117 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working sidelight (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 26,089 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 25,260 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2017 25,248 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2016 24,338 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded And offside before flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 7 Nov 2016 24,290 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded And offside before flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 22,733 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt And nearside (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 21,521 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 20,181 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 19,132 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 18,034 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 14,862 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 13,576 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 12,056 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 10,418 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2007 10,418 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2006 8,684 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 6,923 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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FY52 FMZ is a 2002 Rover 25 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 FY52 FMZ, 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 FY52 FMZ registered?

FY52 FMZ is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 21 November 2002.

Is FY52 FMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY52 FMZ shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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