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DX55 HKB

2005 Rover 25

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

53,551 mi
Last recorded53,551 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX55 HKB
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2016 53,551 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also tread stepping (4.1.E.1)

both front wiper blades split

Fail 12 Apr 2016 53,550 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front ( no motor sound) (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also tread stepping (4.1.E.1)

both front wiper blades split

Pass 1 Oct 2015 51,290 miles

slight cracking to rear tyres

Pass 25 Sep 2014 46,372 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 42,686 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 39,425 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 36,438 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 32,596 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 15 Sep 2010 32,595 miles

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) or their associated mountings locking device insecure (3.1.4b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 27,912 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 22,258 miles

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

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

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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DX55 HKB is a 2005 Rover 25 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DX55 HKB, 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 DX55 HKB registered?

DX55 HKB is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 13 October 2005.

Is DX55 HKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX55 HKB shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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