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WV05 FPC

2005 Rover 25

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

71,481 mi
Last recorded71,481 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV05 FPC
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2017 71,481 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 65,503 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2016 65,503 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working fuse (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 61,840 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 53,687 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2014 53,586 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Both front tyres have damage to sidewalls.

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Mar 2013 49,602 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 43,312 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 43,312 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 34,994 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 34,994 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 26,864 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 21,198 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 16,596 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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WV05 FPC is a 2005 Rover 25 in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WV05 FPC, 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 WV05 FPC registered?

WV05 FPC is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is WV05 FPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV05 FPC shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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