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WJ05 LOF

2005 Rover 25

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

80,667 mi
Last recorded80,667 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ05 LOF
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2017 80,667 miles

slight exhaust leak at centre pipe joint

Pass 16 Feb 2016 69,877 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2016 69,461 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2015 56,710 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014

front disc liped

Pass 16 Jan 2013 43,330 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 37,023 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 30,964 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 24,593 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 19,877 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 14,741 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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WJ05 LOF is a 2005 Rover 25 in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 WJ05 LOF, 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 WJ05 LOF?

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What year was WJ05 LOF registered?

WJ05 LOF is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 17 March 2005.

Is WJ05 LOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ05 LOF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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