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LC02 XLP

2002 Rover 25

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

24,403 mi
Last recorded24,403 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2024
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC02 XLP
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2024 24,403 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 24,170 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2023 24,162 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 22,715 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 31 May 2022 22,710 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 21,952 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 21,488 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 20,918 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 19,900 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 19,757 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 19,094 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 18,872 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2015 18,872 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 18,835 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 18,732 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 18,323 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 17,659 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 16,799 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 16,184 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 14,766 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 14,766 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2007 13,449 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 11,511 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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LC02 XLP is a 2002 Rover 25 in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 LC02 XLP, 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 LC02 XLP registered?

LC02 XLP is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 26 June 2002.

Is LC02 XLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC02 XLP shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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