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MF05 NRX

2005 Rover 25

Grey Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

127,390 mi
Last recorded127,390 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2014
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF05 NRX
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2014 127,390 miles

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

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

battery insecure

both rear tyres wearing low

Pass 13 Jan 2014 108,872 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 13 Jan 2014 108,872 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2013 101,703 miles

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

battery insurcure

Fail 9 Jan 2013 101,701 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)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

battery insurcure

Pass 10 Jan 2012 89,476 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2012 89,465 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jan 2011 80,806 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 75,154 miles

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 18 Mar 2009 64,351 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 47,505 miles

cant completely check underside of metal wheel archers plastic covers fitted

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 NRX is a 2005 Rover 25 in Grey with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 MF05 NRX, 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 MF05 NRX registered?

MF05 NRX is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is MF05 NRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF05 NRX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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