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MV05 HGF

2005 Rover 25

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

32,091 mi
Last recorded32,091 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV05 HGF
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2024 32,091 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2024 32,091 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 32,047 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2023 32,047 miles

Front Direction indicator not working both (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 31,817 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 31,607 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 30,936 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2020 30,936 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 29,835 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 29,080 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 27,973 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 27,973 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 27,635 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 27,635 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 27,134 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 26,690 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 25,872 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 23,867 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 21,102 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 17,162 miles

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

Fail 18 Jun 2009 14,392 miles

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 14,392 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 10,815 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 HGF is a 2005 Rover 25 in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 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 MV05 HGF, 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 HGF registered?

MV05 HGF is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is MV05 HGF safe to buy?

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