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AR05 EUZ

2005 Rover 75

Silver Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

143,641 mi
Last recorded143,641 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 Rover 7569,397 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR05 EUZ
MakeRover
Model75
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2024 143,641 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 130,123 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Nov 2023 130,107 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 115,232 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Nov 2022 115,232 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 100,580 miles

General underside corrosion

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear 'lollipop' bush deteriorated/torn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear 'lollipop' bush deteriorated/torn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Side repeater slightly discoloured On wing (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 100,130 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 100,115 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 97,398 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge and on limit

Offside Front tyre slight ware on inner edge

Pass 2 Jan 2018 94,693 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 91,852 miles

long handbrake travel

rear tyres worn on outers and near limit

Pass 9 Nov 2015 87,753 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 87,753 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 82,220 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 80,629 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 74,266 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 66,844 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2011 56,730 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2011 56,730 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 46,904 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 37,691 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 27,878 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 75?

Based on 1,365,354 MOT tests across 103,127 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
5,824
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
103,127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 82,341
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,582
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36,066
Registration plate lamp not working 33,396
Direction indicator incorrect colour 27,329
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AR05 EUZ is a 2005 Rover 75 in Silver with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Rover 75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 69,397 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 75 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 82,341 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AR05 EUZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 75 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this Rover 75 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AR05 EUZ registered?

AR05 EUZ is a 2005 Rover 75, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is AR05 EUZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR05 EUZ shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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