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BX05 WYB

2005 Rover 25

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

33,365 mi
Last recorded33,365 miles
Recorded on23 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX05 WYB
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2019 33,365 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 31,777 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 29,127 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking on sidewall

Offside Rear tyre cracking on sidewall

Pass 22 Jun 2016 26,027 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 24,747 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 21,434 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 20,100 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 18,783 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 17,134 miles

Power steering belt - slight deterioration

Pass 24 Feb 2011 15,668 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 14,642 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 13,216 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

n/s of rear bumper loose

Pass 7 Mar 2008 11,798 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 11,798 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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BX05 WYB is a 2005 Rover 25 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 BX05 WYB, 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 BX05 WYB registered?

BX05 WYB is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is BX05 WYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX05 WYB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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