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KR05 XHM

2005 Rover 25

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

39,851 mi
Last recorded39,851 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR05 XHM
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 39,851 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 38,190 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 33,731 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2023 31,411 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 30,346 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 29,781 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 29,753 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Cracking at the base (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged Cracking at the base (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 29,705 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 29,260 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 28,708 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 27,712 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 26,202 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 24,427 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 22,546 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 20,443 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 18,307 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 15,674 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 12,447 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 9,484 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 9,484 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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KR05 XHM is a 2005 Rover 25 in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 KR05 XHM, 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 KR05 XHM registered?

KR05 XHM is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is KR05 XHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR05 XHM shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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