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KN52 VXU

2002 Rover 25

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2016
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

50,856 mi
Last recorded50,856 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2015
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN52 VXU
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2015 50,856 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 44,973 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 44,934 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 39,752 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Steering arm slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Steering arm slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 35,915 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2012 35,915 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 33,911 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 33,911 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 27 Jan 2010 30,855 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2009 27,846 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2009 27,846 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 24,932 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2007 21,910 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2007 21,910 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Fail 7 Dec 2005 18,115 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2005 18,115 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)

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 VXU is a 2002 Rover 25 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 VXU, 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 VXU registered?

KN52 VXU is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 17 December 2002.

Is KN52 VXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN52 VXU shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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