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LV05 HHG

2005 Rover 25

Gold Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

117,326 mi
Last recorded117,326 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV05 HHG
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2021 117,326 miles

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

Fail 20 Oct 2021 117,326 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2020 110,405 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 97,134 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2018 88,168 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 79,578 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 69,492 miles

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

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

Offside Front tyre perished on side wall

Pass 29 Apr 2015 60,741 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 56,267 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Fail 3 Apr 2013 53,106 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 53,106 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 49,723 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 46,550 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 42,495 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 36,389 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Feb 2008 28,238 miles

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

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

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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LV05 HHG is a 2005 Rover 25 in Gold with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LV05 HHG, 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 LV05 HHG registered?

LV05 HHG is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 14 March 2005.

Is LV05 HHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV05 HHG shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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