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KW54 XSP

2005 Rover 25

Black Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

41,862 mi
Last recorded41,862 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW54 XSP
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2017 41,862 miles

both rear tyre cracking

Pass 7 Mar 2016 39,821 miles

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

both rear tyres tread starting to crack

Fail 2 Mar 2016 39,819 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle- emissions not tested (7.1.2)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

both rear tyres tread starting to crack

Pass 11 Mar 2015 38,281 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

slight edge wear n/s front tyre

Fail 11 Mar 2015 38,281 miles

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

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

slight edge wear n/s front tyre

Pass 7 Mar 2014 36,201 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 33,559 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2013 33,545 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 31,150 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 28,696 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2010 25,357 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 20,755 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 15,357 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2008 15,357 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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KW54 XSP is a 2005 Rover 25 in Black with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KW54 XSP, 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 KW54 XSP registered?

KW54 XSP is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 31 January 2005.

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