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GV02 YLU

2002 Rover 25

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

24,424 mi
Last recorded24,424 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV02 YLU
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 24,424 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2025 24,339 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 24,220 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 24,067 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2022 23,874 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 23,696 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2021 23,696 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 23,461 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2020 23,461 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 23,130 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 22,711 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2017 22,338 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 21,806 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 21,440 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 20,947 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 20,382 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2013 20,382 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 19,595 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 18,605 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 18,076 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 17,237 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2009 17,237 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2008 16,426 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 15,601 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 14,554 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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GV02 YLU is a 2002 Rover 25 in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 GV02 YLU, 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 GV02 YLU registered?

GV02 YLU is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 30 August 2002.

Is GV02 YLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV02 YLU shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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