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DX05 VRK

2005 Rover 25

Silver Petrol 1119cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,359 mi
Last recorded43,359 miles
Recorded on10 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 VRK
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,119cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2017 43,359 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 43,359 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre and rear. (7.1.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2016 38,505 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 32,240 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2015 32,206 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 24,753 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 16,385 miles

front tyres starting to perish on outer walls

Pass 18 Jun 2012 12,237 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 11,259 miles

all tyres esp f/t splitting on outer edges

Pass 23 Jun 2010 9,555 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 7,512 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 5,628 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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DX05 VRK is a 2005 Rover 25 in Silver with a 1,119cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DX05 VRK, 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 DX05 VRK?

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What year was DX05 VRK registered?

DX05 VRK is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 13 July 2005.

Is DX05 VRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX05 VRK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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