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WU05 DKO

2005 Rover 25

Grey Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,531 mi
Last recorded42,531 miles
Recorded on30 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU05 DKO
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2019 42,531 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

parking brake travel

Pass 11 May 2018 38,279 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2017 33,755 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 5 May 2017 33,743 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 16 May 2016 28,547 miles

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

slight oil leak from steering rack

Pass 3 Jun 2015 23,156 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 21,849 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 19,913 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 18,250 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 15,505 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 12,249 miles

Both front tyres wearing on the inner edges

Engine oil leaks

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Slight oiol mist around the nearside poer steering rack

Pass 28 Jul 2009 8,939 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 7,054 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 7,054 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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WU05 DKO is a 2005 Rover 25 in Grey with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WU05 DKO, 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 WU05 DKO?

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What year was WU05 DKO registered?

WU05 DKO is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 12 August 2005.

Is WU05 DKO safe to buy?

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