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GV51 VXF

2002 Rover 25

Gold Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

128,646 mi
Last recorded128,646 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2013
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 VXF
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2013 128,646 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 127,412 miles

(2c)There is presence of oil indicating a slight leak

(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre shoulders are wearing close to the legal limit

(7.1.2)The rear exhaust silencer has a slight leak present

(7.1.4)The rear exhaust silencer is slightly noisy

(8.2.3)The nearside and the offside front windscreen washer(s) have 50% of their fluid supply not functioning as per the vehicle manufacturer recommendations.

INTRODUCTION TO THE MOT TEST

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE PRESENTER

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

SECTION - 7 - EXHAUST,FUEL AND EMISSIONS

SECTION - 8 - DRIVERS VIEW OF THE ROAD

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection

Fail 6 Jan 2012 127,407 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

(2c)There is presence of oil indicating a slight leak

(4.1E.1)The nearside rear tyre shoulders are wearing close to the legal limit

(7.1.2)The rear exhaust silencer has a slight leak present

(7.1.4)The rear exhaust silencer is slightly noisy

(8.2.3)The nearside and the offside front windscreen washer(s) have 50% of their fluid supply not functioning as per the vehicle manufacturer recommendations.

INTRODUCTION TO THE MOT TEST

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE PRESENTER

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

SECTION - 7 - EXHAUST,FUEL AND EMISSIONS

SECTION - 8 - DRIVERS VIEW OF THE ROAD

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection

Pass 10 Jan 2011 121,158 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 121,158 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 114,582 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2009 109,917 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 8 Jan 2009 109,917 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 98,912 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 82,798 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 64,687 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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GV51 VXF is a 2002 Rover 25 in Gold with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VXF, 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 GV51 VXF registered?

GV51 VXF is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 10 January 2002.

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