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BX05 PXV

2005 Rover 25

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

52,697 mi
Last recorded52,697 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX05 PXV
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2017 52,697 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s and o/s (2.5.C.1a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s (5.2.6)

various suspension components corroded on the front and rear of vehicle

Pass 20 Oct 2016 45,278 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 41,896 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 39,432 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 36,646 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 34,648 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 32,720 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2011 32,720 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 30,971 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 28,946 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 23,862 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2008 16,302 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
Full Rover 25 reliability report

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BX05 PXV is a 2005 Rover 25 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 BX05 PXV, 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 BX05 PXV registered?

BX05 PXV is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is BX05 PXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX05 PXV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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