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SF54 XOD

2005 Rover 25

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

48,568 mi
Last recorded48,568 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2014
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF54 XOD
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2014 48,568 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2014 48,568 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 43,580 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 43,580 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Fail 9 Mar 2012 38,236 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 38,236 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2011 31,625 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 31,625 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 26,640 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 26,640 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 20,636 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 16,071 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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SF54 XOD 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 58.3%.

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 SF54 XOD, 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 SF54 XOD registered?

SF54 XOD is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 22 February 2005.

Is SF54 XOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF54 XOD shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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