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PX05 SXP

2005 Rover 25

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2020
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,183 mi
Last recorded84,183 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX05 SXP
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 7 Mar 2019 84,183 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 80,071 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 75,272 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)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 70,177 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 64,388 miles

n/s rear tyre tread getting low

Pass 11 Mar 2014 58,901 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 53,208 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 46,780 miles

NSF tyre getting low

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

OSR tyre started to crack

Steering rack slightly damp

Pass 11 Mar 2011 41,065 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 35,740 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 29,332 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 23,249 miles

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

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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PX05 SXP is a 2005 Rover 25 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PX05 SXP, 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 PX05 SXP?

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What year was PX05 SXP registered?

PX05 SXP is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is PX05 SXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for PX05 SXP shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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