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GU02 XXP

2002 Rover 25

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

116,625 mi
Last recorded116,625 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2021
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU02 XXP
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2021 116,625 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 116,481 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2020 116,479 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (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))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 114,952 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2019 114,948 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 112,241 miles

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

Offside Front Brake binding slightly.

Pass 11 Apr 2017 108,714 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2016 105,445 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 101,237 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 95,843 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 90,337 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 85,352 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 80,178 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 74,916 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2010 74,916 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2009 68,972 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 62,788 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 53,465 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 42,846 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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GU02 XXP is a 2002 Rover 25 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 GU02 XXP, 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 GU02 XXP registered?

GU02 XXP is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 27 April 2002.

Is GU02 XXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU02 XXP shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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