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WX55 TYP

2005 Rover 25

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

102,891 mi
Last recorded102,891 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX55 TYP
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 102,891 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 98,454 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 94,445 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 88,588 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 81,447 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 81,207 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2020 81,207 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 80,462 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 80,462 miles

Parking brake lever pivot worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 79,451 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 79,451 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 77,633 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 73,938 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 70,639 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 65,264 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 62,103 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 54,117 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 47,617 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 38,869 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 31,802 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 23,507 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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WX55 TYP is a 2005 Rover 25 in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WX55 TYP, 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 WX55 TYP registered?

WX55 TYP is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 25 October 2005.

Is WX55 TYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX55 TYP shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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