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KR02 FBU

2002 Rover 25

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

58,186 mi
Last recorded58,186 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2015
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR02 FBU
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2015 58,186 miles

Accelerator cable frayed

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front exhaust bracket broken

Nail in nearside rear and offside rear tyre

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Slight bind on nearside front brake

Fail 20 Oct 2015 58,186 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Accelerator cable frayed

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front exhaust bracket broken

Nail in nearside rear and offside rear tyre

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Slight bind on nearside front brake

Pass 6 Jun 2014 38,468 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 38,155 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 37,155 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 35,847 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 33,526 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 31,806 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

both fan belts power steering + alternator rubber starting to split

Pass 15 Jan 2008 30,052 miles

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

off side front tyre outer side wall starting to crack but no ply or cord showing

Pass 10 Jan 2007 26,368 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 23,115 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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KR02 FBU is a 2002 Rover 25 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KR02 FBU, 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 KR02 FBU?

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What year was KR02 FBU registered?

KR02 FBU is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 25 July 2002.

Is KR02 FBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR02 FBU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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