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KD02 VMU

2002 Rover 25

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2023
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

78,302 mi
Last recorded78,302 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2022
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD02 VMU
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2022 78,302 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 10 Dec 2022 78,270 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 74,334 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 70,108 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2020 70,108 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2019 65,338 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2019 65,338 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 63,510 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 62,010 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2017 62,010 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 60,351 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2016 60,351 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 58,472 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 55,986 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 53,400 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 51,062 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2011 47,251 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 47,251 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 43,539 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 40,280 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2009

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 35,580 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2008

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Dec 2007 32,756 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2007 32,710 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 26,030 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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KD02 VMU is a 2002 Rover 25 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 KD02 VMU, 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 KD02 VMU registered?

KD02 VMU is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 31 May 2002.

Is KD02 VMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KD02 VMU shows 26 tests with a 65.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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