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AV05 DHO

2005 Rover 75

Grey Diesel 1951cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

140,841 mi
Last recorded140,841 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2021
Typical for 2005 Rover 7569,397 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 DHO
MakeRover
Model75
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,951cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2021 140,841 miles

n/s/r & o/s/r top arms corroded

no warning on dash time of test

Pass 17 Mar 2020 140,736 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 134,447 miles

n/s & o/s inner sills corrosion starting

no warning lights on dash time of test

rear brake pipes corroded need changing

rear exhuast box deteriorating

under trays fitted unable to fully inspect

Pass 11 Apr 2017 129,291 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

under tray fitted unable to fully inspect

Pass 15 Apr 2016 119,066 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 15 Apr 2016 119,066 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush back bush (2.5.A.1c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 112,189 miles

n/s/f anti roll bar link boots split

Pass 9 Apr 2014 105,591 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 11 Apr 2013 98,567 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

slight misting of oil over power steering pump

Pass 11 Apr 2013 98,567 miles

slight misting of oil over power steering pump

Pass 13 Apr 2012 91,097 miles

hand brake effort low

Pass 14 Apr 2011 82,554 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 72,360 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 62,000 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2009 61,974 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 42,270 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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AV05 DHO is a 2005 Rover 75 in Grey with a 1,951cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AV05 DHO, 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.

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What year was AV05 DHO registered?

AV05 DHO is a 2005 Rover 75, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is AV05 DHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV05 DHO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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