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GV51 VXB

2002 Rover 25

Grey Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

62,398 mi
Last recorded62,398 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2009
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 VXB
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2009 62,398 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 53,795 miles

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 53,795 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 50,505 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 47,451 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 43,666 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2006 43,666 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

o/s/f abs reluctor ring cracked

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
Full Rover 25 reliability report

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GV51 VXB is a 2002 Rover 25 in Grey with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GV51 VXB, 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 GV51 VXB?

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What year was GV51 VXB registered?

GV51 VXB is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 11 January 2002.

Is GV51 VXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV51 VXB shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GV51 VXB have outstanding finance?

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