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KU52 XPL

2002 Rover 25

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

51,142 mi
Last recorded51,142 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2015
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU52 XPL
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2015 51,142 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2014 40,686 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 35,679 miles

front exhaust support brackets corroded

Pass 8 Nov 2012 35,143 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2011 34,351 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2010 32,858 miles

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

o/s/f inner tyre edge worn

Pass 9 Nov 2009 29,471 miles

oil leak

Fail 5 Nov 2008 25,670 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 25,670 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 22,749 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Nov 2007 22,749 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 18,570 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2006 18,570 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2005 11,407 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

exhaust centre and rear sections deteriated on joint

offside wiper blade sligh split on end

rear wiper blade not clearing screen

Pass 28 Nov 2005 11,407 miles

exhaust centre and rear sections deteriated on joint

offside wiper blade sligh split on end

rear wiper blade not clearing screen

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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KU52 XPL is a 2002 Rover 25 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2002 Rover 25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 50,970 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 KU52 XPL, 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 KU52 XPL registered?

KU52 XPL is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 25 October 2002.

Is KU52 XPL safe to buy?

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