£760
2002 ROVER 25 16V
United Kingdom • 31 Jan 2026 • Lot 476
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 2001 Rover 25, finished in Nightfire Red, has a long MOT until January 2027 and a documented service history up to 56,150 miles. With 66,284 miles on the odometer, it's described as a frugal starter classic, though expect some wear consistent with its age and mileage.
Condition
6
The car has moderate wear but is reported to be running well with no known issues and has a long MOT, suggesting it's mechanically sound. Cosmetically, it's an older car with some wear expected, placing it in the 'Good' category.
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[Transmission]
Transmission:
SARRFMNBB2D635208
Chassis No:
Odometer:
66,284 miles
OE51 RHZ
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
This Rover 25 was first registered in Oxfordshire on 31st December 2001, and its service log shows 8 services between then and January 2025 at 56,150 miles.
Today the odometer reads 66,284 miles.
It drove 90 miles to our sale, and is reportedly running well with no known issues, with a long MoT to 13th January 2027.
Finished in Nightfire Red, the Rover has a grey cloth interior with sunroof, electric windows, central locking and radio/casette player.
It comes with its latest service receipt and MoT certificate, two keys & fobs, and the current V5C which indicates 3 former keepers.
An frugal starter classic with 16v twin-cam engine, in an appealing colour.
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£258
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£1,814
Median Price (Since 2020)
£7,085
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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Previous Sales
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Jan 13 2027
Latest MOT Mileage
66,173 miles
Registration Date
2002-01-03
MOT History
Passed
On Jan 14 2026 with 66,173 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Failed
On Dec 29 2025 with 66,032 miles
There were 9 defects noted.
Major:
- Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- Nearside Front Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
- Offside Front Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
- Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Advisory:
- Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test Phone holder (3.1 (a) (ii))
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed
On Jan 08 2025 with 56,369 miles
Passed
On Jan 08 2024 with 41,504 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Failed
On Jan 05 2024 with 41,413 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Major:
- Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
Advisory:
- Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Passed
On Jan 04 2023 with 36,441 miles
Passed
On Jan 06 2022 with 36,401 miles
Passed
On Jan 06 2021 with 36,202 miles
Failed
On Jan 05 2021 with 36,202 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Major:
- Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
Passed
On Dec 17 2019 with 36,128 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Light binding at n/s front wheel when rotated by hand
Passed
On Dec 19 2018 with 35,843 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Light binding at n/s front wheel when rotated by hand
Failed
On Dec 19 2018 with 35,843 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Light binding at n/s front wheel when rotated by hand
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Passed
On Jan 04 2018 with 35,599 miles
Passed
On Jan 06 2017 with 35,103 miles
Passed
On Jan 06 2016 with 34,721 miles
Passed
On Jan 06 2015 with 33,838 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On Jan 08 2014 with 33,241 miles
Passed
On Jan 04 2013 with 32,564 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
User Entered:
- nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge
- nearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge
Passed
On Dec 23 2011 with 31,510 miles
Passed
On Jan 04 2011 with 30,539 miles
Passed
On Jan 07 2010 with 28,915 miles
Passed
On Jan 10 2009 with 25,520 miles
Passed
On Jan 02 2008 with 23,700 miles
Passed
On Jan 09 2007 with 22,563 miles
Passed
On Dec 06 2005 with 20,956 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
User Entered:
- nail in tyre
Failed
On Dec 06 2005 with 20,956 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
- Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)
User Entered:
- nail in tyre
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