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AU05 ZXC

2005 Rover 75

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

159,956 mi
Last recorded159,956 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 Rover 7569,397 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 ZXC
MakeRover
Model75
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Fail 24 Feb 2023 159,956 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack oil leak from boot area

Pass 22 Mar 2022 155,780 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 152,190 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2020 148,901 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 141,723 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2019 141,723 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 132,043 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 19 Mar 2018 132,043 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2017 121,024 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 111,212 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 103,916 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 93,342 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 81,973 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 69,750 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 56,373 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 44,664 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 34,927 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 23,617 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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AU05 ZXC is a 2005 Rover 75 in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AU05 ZXC, 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 AU05 ZXC registered?

AU05 ZXC is a 2005 Rover 75, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is AU05 ZXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 ZXC shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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