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KP54 KGN

2005 Rover 25

Black Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,364 mi
Last recorded123,364 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2020
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP54 KGN
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 27 Jan 2020 123,364 miles

Nearside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill and wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Advise bodywork in poor condition.

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust heat shield insecure

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 117,086 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Feb 2019 117,086 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 115,388 miles

slight play in nearside steering rack arm inner joint

Pass 23 Jan 2017 112,661 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 107,085 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2016 107,080 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 88,066 miles

n/s/front tyre edges worn close to legal limit

n/s/front wheel slight damage

o/s/front tyre edges worn close to legal limit

o/s/front wheel slight damage

o/s/rear tyre close to legal limit

rear number plate deteriorating

Fail 20 Jan 2015 87,778 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

n/s/front tyre edges worn close to legal limit

n/s/front wheel slight damage

o/s/front steering arm slight play

o/s/front tyre edges worn close to legal limit

o/s/front wheel slight damage

o/s/rear tyre close to legal limit

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 11 Feb 2014 81,458 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 73,178 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 64,203 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 54,817 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 45,857 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 34,963 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 25,697 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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KP54 KGN is a 2005 Rover 25 in Black with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KP54 KGN, 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 KP54 KGN registered?

KP54 KGN is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 10 February 2005.

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