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BK05 LXS

2005 Rover 25

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

50,745 mi
Last recorded50,745 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2016 50,745 miles

Rear Rear hatch door lock has a securing device missing (6.4.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 46,669 miles

(2.3.3b)The power steering rack has presence of oil indicating that a seepage is present

(2.5C.1a)The nearside front drive shaft outer constant velocity joint gaiter is slightly deteriorated

(2.5C.1a)The offside front drive shaft outer constant velocity joint gaiter is slightly deteriorated

THE MOTOR VEHICLES STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Pass 8 Mar 2014 42,851 miles

(2.3.3b)The power steering rack has evidence that a seepage of fluid is present

(3.7A.6b)The calculated park brake imbalance recorded across axle (2) is at 34%,indicating that service is required

(3.7A.7)The calculated park brake efficiency is low at 18%,indicating that the brakes are ready for service

(6.7.3)The speedo back light illunmination does not work from 80MPH onwards,indicating that service is overdue

(8.2.3)The offside front windscreen washer(s) over shoot zone A,indicating that service is required

THE MOTOR VEHICLES STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Pass 9 Mar 2013 38,988 miles

(2.3.3b)The power steering rack nearside is contaminated with a misting of oil indicating that a possible internal seepage could be present

(2.3.6)The power steering drive belt is deteriorating

(4.2A.1e)All road wheels have trims fitted

(7.1.2a)The rear exhaust silencer is deteriorating and has slight leaks

(7.1.4)The rear exhaust silencer is slightly noisy

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,sealant compounds,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Pass 12 Mar 2012 34,612 miles

(1.0)The nearside rear reverse lamp does not illuminate when reverse gear is selected.

(2.3.1)The power steering reservoir fluid level has been over filled

(2.3.3b)The power steering rack has a misting of oil present,indicating that a slight leak is present

(2.3.6)The power steering drive belt is deteriorating

(3.1.4a)The park brake lever has movement present at right angles to the normal movement indicating that wear is present in the lever mechanism.

(4.1D.1a)The offside rear tyre wall has a cut present,which has not yet reached the point of test failure at the time of examination.

(4.1D.1b)The nearside rear tyre wall has a slight lump present,indicating that a defect may be occuring in the internal structure of the tyre.

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have trims fitted

(7.1.1)The rear exhaust silencer is deteriorating

(7.1.2)The rear exhaust silencer has a slight leak present

(8.3.1e)Items hanging from the interior mirror which could obscure the drivers view of the road should not be fitted

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

SECTION - 1 - LIGHTING AND SIGNALLING EQUIPMENT

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 3 - BRAKES

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

SECTION - 7 - EXHAUST,FUEL AND EMISSIONS

SECTION - 8 - DRIVERS VIEW OF THE ROAD

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The following item(s) having been examined in accordance with the above regulations have been found to be in a deteriorated/worn condition,

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

if continued use on the public roads are to be considered,the vehicle owner should have any necessary repairs carried out.

Pass 4 Mar 2011 30,057 miles

(2.3.1b)The nearside steering rack body to gaiter has a film of oil present,which indicates there could be a seepage of fluid from the internal mechanism (seals)

(4.2A.1)All road wheels have trims fitted

(8.2.3)The offside windscreen washer(s) 'one of two' do not provide any liquid to clear zone A of the windscreen

SECTION - 2 - STEERING (INCLUDING SUSPENSION)

SECTION - 4 - TYRES AND ROAD WHEELS

SECTION - 8 - DRIVERS VIEW OF THE ROAD

Pass 12 Mar 2010 25,796 miles

(2.3.1b)The power steering rack has a seepage of fluid present from behind the nearside steering gaitor indicating an internal fault present

(3.1.4a)The parking brake lever has side movement present at right angles to the normal movement indicating wear present

(4.1C.1a)The nearside front tyre wall has a cut present which may be close to the legal limit,and has weakened the wall

(4.1C.1a)The offside rear tyre wall has a cut present which may be close to the legal limit,and has weakened the wall

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 12 Mar 2010 25,796 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

(2.3.1b)The power steering rack has a seepage of fluid present from behind the nearside steering gaitor indicating an internal fault present

(3.1.4a)The parking brake lever has side movement present at right angles to the normal movement indicating wear present

(4.1C.1a)The nearside front tyre wall has a cut present which may be close to the legal limit,and has weakened the wall

(4.1C.1a)The offside rear tyre wall has a cut present which may be close to the legal limit,and has weakened the wall

Pass 6 Mar 2009 20,516 miles

(3.1.4a)Side movement present in the parking brake lever at right angles to the normal movement, indicating slight wear forming in the pivots

(3.3A.1d)Side movement present at right angles to the normal movement present indicating slight wear forming within the bearings of the service brake pedal

(4.1C.1a)The nearside front tyre outer wall has a cut present which may be close to the legal limit

Pass 8 Mar 2008 15,642 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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BK05 LXS is a 2005 Rover 25 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LXS, 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.

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What year was BK05 LXS registered?

BK05 LXS is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 17 March 2005.

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