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GF52 LHJ

2002 Rover 25

Gold Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

48,129 mi
Last recorded48,129 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF52 LHJ
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2017 48,129 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 14 Sep 2017 48,129 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 46,690 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2016 46,690 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2015 44,813 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

rear wiper worn

Pass 22 Jul 2014 43,202 miles

centre to rear exhaust joint corroded

Fail 19 Jul 2014 43,200 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

centre to rear exhaust joint corroded

Pass 20 Jul 2013 41,641 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2012 37,618 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 37,039 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2010 33,792 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 30,646 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2008 26,090 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2006 21,714 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 17,167 miles

KEEP CHECK ON O/S/R TYRE OUTER WALL

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

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

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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GF52 LHJ is a 2002 Rover 25 in Gold with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GF52 LHJ, 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

How do I check the history of GF52 LHJ?

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What year was GF52 LHJ registered?

GF52 LHJ is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 30 December 2002.

Is GF52 LHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF52 LHJ shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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