BU52 YXN

2002 ROVER — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
ROVER
Year
2002
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
GOLD
Engine
1588 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
SORN
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 28 February 2017
Last recorded mileage
19,160 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 63/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2002 Rover has 13 MOT tests on record with a 69% pass rate and 19,160 miles. While it has a valid MOT now, the recurring issues and low mileage for its age present significant risks.

The vehicle shows very low annual usage, averaging only 4,582 miles per year, with a significant drop in usage between 2011 and 2014.

Things to check

  • Major failure for 'Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release' on 2016-02-01.
  • Major failure for 'Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot' on 2016-02-01.
  • Major failure for 'Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated' on 2016-02-01.
  • Recurring exhaust advisories noted in 2016 and 2017, indicating a persistent issue.

Working in its favour

  • The vehicle has a current, valid MOT certificate, indicating it is roadworthy for now.
  • No recurring major failures on critical safety systems like brakes or steering.
  • The 2016-02-01 retest PASS after major failures shows immediate rectification.
  • Consistent, low annual mileage suggests a well-preserved interior for its age.

Mileage history

Jul 2006: 19,160 mi PASSJul 2007: 25,595 mi PASSJul 2008: 31,607 mi PASSJun 2009: 38,463 mi PASSJul 2010: 45,505 mi FAILJul 2010: 45,505 mi PASSJun 2011: 48,629 mi PASSJun 2012: 54,068 mi FAILJun 2012: 54,068 mi PASSJul 2014: 58,889 mi PASSJul 2014: 58,889 mi FAILFeb 2016: 64,935 mi FAILFeb 2016: 64,935 mi PASS65k42k19kJul 2006Feb 2016

MOT test history — 9/13 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Jul 2006 PASS 19,160 mi None recorded
Jul 2007 PASS 25,595 mi None recorded
Jul 2008 PASS 31,607 mi None recorded
Jun 2009 PASS 38,463 mi None recorded
Jul 2010 FAIL 45,505 mi
FAIL Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
FAIL Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
Jul 2010 PASS 45,505 mi None recorded
Jun 2011 PASS 48,629 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
USER ENTERED n/s/r tyre perished
Jun 2012 FAIL 54,068 mi
FAIL Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
FAIL Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)
FAIL Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
ADVISORY Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
USER ENTERED offside rear brake pipe corroded
USER ENTERED nearside rear tyre perished
USER ENTERED front anti roll bar links bushs deteriorating
Jun 2012 PASS 54,068 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
USER ENTERED offside rear brake pipe corroded
USER ENTERED nearside rear tyre perished
USER ENTERED front anti roll bar links bushs deteriorating
Jul 2014 PASS 58,889 mi None recorded
Jul 2014 FAIL 58,889 mi
PRS Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
PRS Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
Feb 2016 FAIL 64,935 mi
PRS Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
PRS Offside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Feb 2016 PASS 64,935 mi None recorded

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This page shows public vehicle data for registration BU52 YXN, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.