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MF05 NSN

2005 Rover 25

Gold Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

78,422 mi
Last recorded78,422 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF05 NSN
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2017 78,422 miles

nearside front tyre is getting close to it's limit

offside rear tyre is cracked on outer an inner wall's

Fail 22 Apr 2017 78,422 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

nearside front tyre is getting close to it's limit

offside rear tyre is cracked on outer an inner wall's

Pass 15 Apr 2016 72,908 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 72,902 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2015 64,695 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Oil leak

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

o/s/f tyre cracked

Fail 1 Apr 2015 64,689 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Oil leak

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

o/s/f tyre cracked

Pass 13 Mar 2014 56,253 miles

Oil leak

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

REAR EXHAUST SILENCER CORRODED

Fail 12 Mar 2014 56,253 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Oil leak

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

REAR EXHAUST SILENCER CORRODED

Pass 12 Mar 2013 50,217 miles

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

rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

Fail 12 Mar 2012 44,951 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 44,951 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 39,313 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 32,631 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 26,785 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 20,634 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 NSN is a 2005 Rover 25 in Gold with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NSN, 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.

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What year was MF05 NSN registered?

MF05 NSN is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 15 March 2005.

Is MF05 NSN safe to buy?

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