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CX05 XYL

2005 Rover 25

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

31,434 mi
Last recorded31,434 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2024
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX05 XYL
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2024 31,434 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 29,613 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2023 29,598 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 27,321 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 22,994 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 20,886 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 18,975 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 13,409 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 9,745 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 6,720 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 6,710 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 6,691 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 6,600 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 6,107 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 5,396 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 4,820 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 4,085 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 3,237 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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CX05 XYL is a 2005 Rover 25 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 CX05 XYL, 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 CX05 XYL registered?

CX05 XYL is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is CX05 XYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX05 XYL shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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