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YM04 HTL

2004 Rover 25

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2014
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

92,325 mi
Last recorded92,325 miles
Recorded on21 May 2013
Typical for 2004 Rover 2544,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM04 HTL
MakeRover
Model25
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 May 2013 92,325 miles

Oil leak

bolt loose on alternator bracket on engine

Fail 21 May 2013 92,325 miles

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

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

Oil leak

bolt loose on alternator bracket on engine

Pass 16 Sep 2011 84,375 miles

front brake discs worn thin/rusty

Pass 17 Jul 2010 69,619 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 16 Jul 2010 69,619 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 52,817 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 52,817 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle (4.1.A.2a)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 39,703 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 39,703 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 23,630 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 23,629 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

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

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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YM04 HTL is a 2004 Rover 25 in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 2004 Rover 25 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 44,756 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 YM04 HTL, 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 22 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 YM04 HTL registered?

YM04 HTL is a 2004 Rover 25, first registered on 13 June 2004.

Is YM04 HTL safe to buy?

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