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YA05 TXF

2005 Rover 25

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

92,260 mi
Last recorded92,260 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA05 TXF
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2017 92,260 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Fail 17 Jul 2017 92,260 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flange (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 86,337 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 86,337 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 84,093 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 81,671 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 78,854 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 74,253 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/f wiper smearing slightly

slight weap from steering rack

Pass 22 Jul 2011 67,933 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 67,933 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

center brake light inop

Pass 5 Jul 2010 54,962 miles

Nearside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 28 Jun 2010 54,757 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 40,264 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Jul 2008 25,598 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 25,598 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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YA05 TXF is a 2005 Rover 25 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YA05 TXF, 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 YA05 TXF registered?

YA05 TXF is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 22 July 2005.

Is YA05 TXF safe to buy?

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