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BJ05 XKG

2005 Rover 25

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

26,886 mi
Last recorded26,886 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 XKG
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 26,886 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 26,393 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 24,272 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 24,272 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 23,271 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 21,713 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 19,677 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 17,303 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 17,303 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2010 14,949 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 12,819 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 12,819 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 10,226 miles

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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BJ05 XKG is a 2005 Rover 25 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BJ05 XKG, 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 BJ05 XKG registered?

BJ05 XKG is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is BJ05 XKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ05 XKG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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