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BK05 LXG

2005 Rover 25

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,931 mi
Last recorded53,931 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2018
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 LXG
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 3 Oct 2018 53,931 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at middle box (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2017 52,582 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 50,241 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 47,994 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 45,813 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 43,418 miles

all brake pipes greased

Pass 14 Aug 2012 40,844 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 38,481 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 33,927 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 26,672 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 20,156 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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BK05 LXG is a 2005 Rover 25 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BK05 LXG, 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

How do I check the history of BK05 LXG?

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What year was BK05 LXG registered?

BK05 LXG is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is BK05 LXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK05 LXG shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BK05 LXG have outstanding finance?

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