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PY54 HVU

2005 Rover 25

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

149,791 mi
Last recorded149,791 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2017
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY54 HVU
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2017 149,791 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2017 135,777 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 121,702 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 107,157 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 95,315 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 84,816 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2013 84,816 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2012 73,210 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 60,744 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 48,721 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 35,239 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 20,112 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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PY54 HVU is a 2005 Rover 25 in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 PY54 HVU, 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 PY54 HVU?

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What year was PY54 HVU registered?

PY54 HVU is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 26 January 2005.

Is PY54 HVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY54 HVU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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