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AY05 FXE

2005 Rover 25

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,272 mi
Last recorded79,272 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2019
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 FXE
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2019 79,272 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Jun 2019 79,272 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 71,321 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 1 Jun 2017 65,424 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 57,741 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 56,460 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 54,419 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 51,963 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 49,772 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 48,396 miles

nearside front tyre worn to 2mm on inner edge

offside front tyre perished and cracked

Pass 11 May 2010 46,934 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 37,133 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 20,857 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 19 Jul 2008 20,857 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

How Reliable is the Rover 25?

Based on 1,784,341 MOT tests across 157,261 vehicles.

72.1%
Pass Rate
4,984
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
157,261
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 69,670
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 54,138
Stop lamp not working 45,218
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 40,413
Brake pipe excessively corroded 34,685
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AY05 FXE is a 2005 Rover 25 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Rover 25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 43,892 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 25 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 69,670 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY05 FXE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 25 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Rover 25 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY05 FXE registered?

AY05 FXE is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 22 July 2005.

Is AY05 FXE safe to buy?

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