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MF05 AEK

2005 Rover 25

Black Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

37,343 mi
Last recorded37,343 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF05 AEK
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2018 37,343 miles

light damage to tail gate

Pass 21 Sep 2017 34,764 miles

tail gate has slight damage

Pass 21 Sep 2016 32,116 miles

rear of vehicle has slight damage

Pass 15 Sep 2015 29,897 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 28,320 miles

OSR and NSR Tyres perished - customer shown

Pass 17 Sep 2013 26,518 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 24,871 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 21,509 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2010 17,871 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 14,094 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 12,480 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 12,480 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 12,238 miles

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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MF05 AEK is a 2005 Rover 25 in Black with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 MF05 AEK, 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

How do I check the history of MF05 AEK?

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What year was MF05 AEK registered?

MF05 AEK is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 25 March 2005.

Is MF05 AEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF05 AEK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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