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KU02 VMJ

2002 Rover 25

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

51,657 mi
Last recorded51,657 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU02 VMJ
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 51,657 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 48,926 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

inner and outer rear sills corroded

Pass 20 Apr 2017 47,299 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

rear exhaust deteriorated

Fail 20 Apr 2017 47,297 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 11 Apr 2016 45,281 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 43,264 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

center to rear exhaust corroded

wipers worn

Pass 8 Apr 2014 41,188 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 39,132 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 37,041 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 May 2011 35,400 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 33,381 miles

both rear tyres perished in tread area & sidewalls

Pass 23 Apr 2009 30,832 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 28,095 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 25,613 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2006 23,202 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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KU02 VMJ is a 2002 Rover 25 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 KU02 VMJ, 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.

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What year was KU02 VMJ registered?

KU02 VMJ is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 27 March 2002.

Is KU02 VMJ safe to buy?

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