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WJ55 FKB

2006 Rover 25

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

46,778 mi
Last recorded46,778 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Rover 2541,526 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ55 FKB
MakeRover
Model25
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 46,778 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 19 Sep 2025 46,773 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 45,875 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2024 45,875 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 45,425 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 44,502 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2022 44,502 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 42,684 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 41,187 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 39,672 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 37,511 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring testable components

Fail 14 Aug 2018 37,511 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring testable components

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 32,976 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 26,768 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 21,621 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 16,080 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 9,956 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 7,247 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 6,544 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 5,589 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 5,075 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 5,075 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 4,755 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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WJ55 FKB is a 2006 Rover 25 in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2006 Rover 25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 41,526 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 WJ55 FKB, 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 20 years old, this Rover 25 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WJ55 FKB registered?

WJ55 FKB is a 2006 Rover 25, first registered on 3 February 2006.

Is WJ55 FKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ55 FKB shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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