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LX02 LSC

2002 Rover 25

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,806 mi
Last recorded88,806 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Rover 2550,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX02 LSC
MakeRover
Model25
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 88,806 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 87,213 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 85,648 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2024 85,648 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2023 84,675 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 84,674 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 83,928 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2021 82,379 miles

Central exhaust system corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 79,635 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2019 79,635 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 77,341 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Dec 2018 77,341 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 74,737 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Water Pipe Under Inlet Manifold has Bolt Missing.

Fail 18 Dec 2017 74,737 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Rear Electrical wiring insecure Engine Loom Under Inlet Manifold (1.9.2a)

Water Pipe Under Inlet Manifold has Bolt Missing.

Pass 3 Nov 2016 71,749 miles

Clutch Pedal Rubber Missing

Fail 3 Nov 2016 71,747 miles

Steering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)

Clutch Pedal Rubber Missing

Pass 2 Nov 2015 68,988 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

clutch pedal rubber missing

Fail 2 Nov 2015 68,988 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

clutch pedal rubber missing

Pass 15 Oct 2014 65,768 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 63,540 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 59,032 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 57,004 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 51,820 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 47,521 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 43,942 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 40,432 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 36,453 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 31,467 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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LX02 LSC is a 2002 Rover 25 in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 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 LX02 LSC, 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 LX02 LSC registered?

LX02 LSC is a 2002 Rover 25, first registered on 20 March 2002.

Is LX02 LSC safe to buy?

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