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W149 LYD

2000 Rover 25

Grey Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

52,688 mi
Last recorded52,688 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2024
Typical for 2000 Rover 2562,411 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW149 LYD
MakeRover
Model25
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2024 52,688 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 50,793 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2022 48,922 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 48,420 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 48,030 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2019 45,497 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2018 42,428 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 38,650 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 38,650 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 May 2016 34,360 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 31,234 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 27,073 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 23,777 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 21,357 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 18,722 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 18,722 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 May 2010 14,470 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 11,890 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 May 2009 11,890 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 8,566 miles

Front number plate discoloured slightly.

Pass 22 May 2007 8,332 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 7,333 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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W149 LYD is a 2000 Rover 25 in Grey with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2000 Rover 25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 62,411 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 W149 LYD, 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 26 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 W149 LYD registered?

W149 LYD is a 2000 Rover 25, first registered on 31 May 2000.

Is W149 LYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for W149 LYD shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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