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LM52 BNF

2002 Rover 25

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

58,540 mi
Last recorded58,540 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2019
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM52 BNF
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2019 58,540 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2019 58,540 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2018 53,281 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 51,007 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 47,412 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 43,559 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 39,569 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 35,610 miles

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

front tyres cracking on outer edge

Pass 16 Nov 2012 32,174 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 28,304 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 25,459 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 22,574 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 19,351 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2008 19,351 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2007 16,148 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 12,969 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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LM52 BNF is a 2002 Rover 25 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LM52 BNF, 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.

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What year was LM52 BNF registered?

LM52 BNF is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 19 December 2002.

Is LM52 BNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM52 BNF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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