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MV05 DWC

2005 Rover 25

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

25,795 mi
Last recorded25,795 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV05 DWC
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2023 25,795 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 9,402 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2020 9,339 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 6,162 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 6,157 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 5,959 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2016 5,626 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 5,171 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 3,967 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2014 3,965 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 2,623 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 2,618 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 2,616 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 2,431 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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MV05 DWC is a 2005 Rover 25 in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 MV05 DWC, 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 MV05 DWC registered?

MV05 DWC is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 28 July 2005.

Is MV05 DWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV05 DWC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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