CarVerify

Free Car Check

VK05 TZV

2005 Rover 25

Blue Petrol 1396cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2024
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,856 mi
Last recorded15,856 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2023
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Rover
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 TZV
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass
Pass 17 Feb 2023 15,856 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 14,631 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 14,077 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 13,119 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 12,626 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 10,954 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 9,453 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 7,634 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 5,680 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 4,876 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 4,661 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 4,439 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 4,217 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 3,785 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 3,299 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
Full Rover 25 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

VK05 TZV is a 2005 Rover 25 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 VK05 TZV, 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 VK05 TZV?

You can check the full history of VK05 TZV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VK05 TZV registered?

VK05 TZV is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 12 April 2005.

Is VK05 TZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK05 TZV shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VK05 TZV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on VK05 TZV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.