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KN52 LXA

2002 Rover 25

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN52 LXA
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2017
Fail 23 Jan 2017

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 85,415 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Nov 2015 85,415 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 5 Dec 2014 71,032 miles

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 71,032 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 60,314 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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)

Fail 12 Nov 2013 60,314 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 28 Nov 2012 51,282 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 48,022 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

flat spot on off side rear tyre

Fail 5 Dec 2011 48,022 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

flat spot on off side rear tyre

Fail 6 Dec 2010 42,797 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Dec 2010 42,797 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 37,312 miles

front brake pads worn low

Pass 8 Dec 2008 32,994 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 28,714 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

O/S/F STEERING ARM HAS SLIGHT PLAY

Fail 10 Dec 2007 28,714 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

O/S/F STEERING ARM HAS SLIGHT PLAY

Pass 8 Dec 2006 24,018 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Dec 2005 19,028 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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KN52 LXA is a 2002 Rover 25 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 KN52 LXA, 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 KN52 LXA registered?

KN52 LXA is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 22 November 2002.

Is KN52 LXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN52 LXA shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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