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KU52 XVS

2002 Rover 25

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2023
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,043 mi
Last recorded63,043 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2022
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU52 XVS
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2022 63,043 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 62,003 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 61,295 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 60,564 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 20 Aug 2019 60,564 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 59,583 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 58,316 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

corrosion underside

Pass 24 Aug 2016 56,744 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low on edges. (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre cracking.

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre valve cracking.

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre cracking.

Pass 14 Aug 2015 55,512 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2014 53,847 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 53,847 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2013 49,838 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2013 49,838 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2012 44,989 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 41,534 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Aug 2010 37,326 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 37,322 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 35,104 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2008 32,122 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2008 32,122 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007 30,177 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 30,177 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 28,236 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 22,304 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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KU52 XVS is a 2002 Rover 25 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KU52 XVS, 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 KU52 XVS?

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What year was KU52 XVS registered?

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

Is KU52 XVS safe to buy?

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