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KU02 VSL

2002 Rover 25

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

54,172 mi
Last recorded54,172 miles
Recorded on16 May 2023
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2023 54,172 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/65/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch to outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 May 2023 54,172 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/65/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch to outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2022 49,195 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2021 47,490 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2020 47,458 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 46,247 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 44,693 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 43,250 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 41,610 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 40,150 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 38,633 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2014 38,601 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2013 36,662 miles

wipers operating slowly

Pass 14 Mar 2012 35,069 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 33,392 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 31,592 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 29,589 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 27,897 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 27,897 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Mar 2007 24,728 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 21,146 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 VSL is a 2002 Rover 25 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VSL, 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 KU02 VSL registered?

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

Is KU02 VSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU02 VSL shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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