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GN02 SWW

2002 Rover 25

Grey Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2016
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

87,638 mi
Last recorded87,638 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2015
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN02 SWW
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2015 87,638 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2015 87,638 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

wipers smearing-passenfer from seat slight movement-exhaust flexi deteriated

Pass 12 Aug 2014 82,681 miles

1 , front outer cv boot getting perishes

Fail 12 Aug 2014 82,681 miles

1 , front outer cv boot getting perishes

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 78,382 miles

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

Offside front tyre wall has cracks

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

Fail 16 Nov 2013 78,382 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Offside front tyre wall has cracks

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

Pass 3 Nov 2012 71,750 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2012 71,670 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

airbag light on

Pass 15 Oct 2011 64,049 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2011 64,836 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 55,923 miles

advise child seat fitted nearside rear

Pass 28 Sep 2009 47,342 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 40,520 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 32,266 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 24,713 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 20,905 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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GN02 SWW is a 2002 Rover 25 in Grey with a 1,396cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 GN02 SWW, 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.

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What year was GN02 SWW registered?

GN02 SWW is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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