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SP05 UDB

2005 Rover 25

Grey Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,359 mi
Last recorded51,359 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2015
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP05 UDB
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2015 51,359 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2014 46,463 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 41,609 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 37,509 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 31,792 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 26,841 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 22,277 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 17,275 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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SP05 UDB is a 2005 Rover 25 in Grey with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 SP05 UDB, 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 SP05 UDB registered?

SP05 UDB is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is SP05 UDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP05 UDB shows 8 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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