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KU02 VXX

2002 Rover 25

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

78,665 mi
Last recorded78,665 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2016
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU02 VXX
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2016 78,665 miles

NSF Steering Joint Has Slight Misting Of Fluid

NSF Wheel Grabbing Slightly

OSF Track Rod End Gaiter Worn

Fail 21 Apr 2015 75,196 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

EML illuminated

Oil leak

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 75,196 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

EML illuminated

Oil leak

Pass 1 May 2014 70,097 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 65,341 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 65,341 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 60,174 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 54,292 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 54,292 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 May 2010 48,328 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 41,965 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2009 41,965 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 2 May 2008 652,377 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 May 2007 30,541 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 VXX is a 2002 Rover 25 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KU02 VXX, 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 VXX registered?

KU02 VXX is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is KU02 VXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU02 VXX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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