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BU04 UHT

2004 Rover 25

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,396 mi
Last recorded53,396 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2014
Typical for 2004 Rover 2544,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 UHT
MakeRover
Model25
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2014 53,396 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2013 48,028 miles

Oil leak

battery insecure

bonnet stade clip broken

srs light on

Fail 12 Jan 2013 48,028 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Oil leak

battery insecure

bonnet stade clip broken

Pass 13 Jan 2012 41,617 miles

srs warning light stays on

Pass 4 May 2011 35,684 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

offside rear tyre perishing

Fail 28 Apr 2011 35,684 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

offside rear tyre perishing

Pass 24 Mar 2010 22,450 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 19,456 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2008 18,257 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2007 9,287 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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BU04 UHT is a 2004 Rover 25 in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Rover 25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 44,756 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 BU04 UHT, 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 22 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 BU04 UHT registered?

BU04 UHT is a 2004 Rover 25, first registered on 25 May 2004.

Is BU04 UHT safe to buy?

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