Archived DVLA Record

2002 Rover 25 1.6L Petrol · OU52 KFV

OU52 KFV

2002 Rover 25 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 30/09/2002. Recorded mileage 42,636 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
ROVER 25
Year / Origin
2002 · Oxford
MOT Status
Valid until 01/01/2026
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
42,636 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Archived Record

Registration no longer recorded by DVLA. This usually means the vehicle is now using a private plate.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 01/01/2026
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2002
Engine
1588cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle has a stable maintenance trend, as evidenced by the most recent MOT test on 2025-01-02 at 42,636 miles, which resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. This is consistent with the previous test on the same day, also at 42,636 miles, which also passed without any issues. The two tests in 2023, one pass and one fail, are likely due to a minor administrative error as they were conducted on the same day at the same mileage and the subsequent test passed without any defects. Overall, the vehicle's maintenance history suggests a well-maintained vehicle with no significant mechanical issues. The recorded mileage of 42,636 miles over approximately 24 years equates to an average annual mileage of around 1,776 miles, which is remarkably low for a vehicle of this age. This suggests that the vehicle has either been used sparingly or has spent extended periods standing still. There are no notable gaps or rapid mileage accumulation in the provided MOT history, indicating a consistent and possibly light usage pattern. A buyer should inspect the vehicle in person, paying particular attention to the suspension and steering components, as there is no record of any issues or advisories in the MOT history. However, given the age of the vehicle, it would be prudent to inspect the condition of the coil springs, suspension bushes, and steering components for any signs of wear or damage. Additionally, the brake system should be inspected, as there is no record of any issues, but the vehicle's age and mileage suggest that the brake pads, discs, and calipers may be nearing the end of their service life.

OU52 KFV Key Findings

  • 25 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 02/01/2025
  • 42,636 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 5 historical MOT failures
  • 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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Known faults for Rover Rover 25

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OU52 KFV Mileage History

  1. 31/08/20057,566 mi
  2. 25/09/20068,580 mi+1,014 mi
  3. 11/09/20079,354 mi+774 mi
  4. 22/09/200810,332 mi+978 mi
  5. 29/09/200911,202 mi+870 mi
  6. 27/09/201011,950 mi+748 mi
  7. 29/09/201112,662 mi+712 mi
  8. 25/09/201213,043 mi+381 mi
  9. 23/09/201313,336 mi+293 mi
  10. 18/09/201414,210 mi+874 mi
  11. 09/09/201514,897 mi+687 mi
  12. 26/09/201615,303 mi+406 mi
  13. 30/03/201715,351 mi+48 mi
  14. 03/04/201821,524 mi+6,173 mi
  15. 03/04/201821,524 mi
  16. 09/04/201927,540 mi+6,016 mi
  17. 09/04/201927,540 mi
  18. 05/10/202032,137 mi+4,597 mi
  19. 06/10/202032,138 mi+1 mi
  20. 05/10/202133,885 mi+1,747 mi
  21. 05/10/202133,885 mi
  22. 17/10/202235,299 mi+1,414 mi
  23. 27/11/202336,592 mi+1,293 mi
  24. 27/11/202336,594 mi+2 mi
  25. 02/01/202542,636 mi+6,042 mi

Average of roughly 1,813 miles per year across 25 recorded odometer readings.

OU52 KFV MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 16 May 2026, 02:04
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Rover 25 (OU52 KFV) between October 2021 and January 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 02 January 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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