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BN05 WCR

2005 Rover 25

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

44,965 mi
Last recorded44,965 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 WCR
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2020 44,965 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

underbody corroded

Pass 24 Jan 2019 42,447 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

suspension bushes worn

underbody/mechanical components corroded

Pass 12 Jan 2018 39,803 miles

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

all mechanical components slightly rusty

Pass 23 Jan 2017 37,290 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2016 35,176 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2016 35,176 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2015 30,026 miles

slight play in o/s track rod end

Pass 18 Mar 2014 26,052 miles

slight play in o/s track rod end

Fail 22 Mar 2013 21,686 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 21,686 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 17,686 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 15,159 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 12,271 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2009 10,442 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 8,011 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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BN05 WCR 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 86.7%.

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 BN05 WCR, 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 BN05 WCR registered?

BN05 WCR is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is BN05 WCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 WCR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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