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YT05 LJC

2005 Rover 25

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

70,539 mi
Last recorded70,539 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT05 LJC
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2023 70,539 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Headlamp slightly damaged

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension beam bush worn

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 10 Mar 2023 70,539 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Headlamp slightly damaged

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension beam bush worn

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 68,964 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside headlamp damaged slightly

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing badly cracked in tread but not to cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 67,470 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 22 Feb 2021 67,470 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre section (6.1.2 (a))

Power steering component leaking Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 66,607 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

damage to nsf bodywork

Pass 1 Mar 2019 63,487 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 58,875 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2017 56,372 miles

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

Fail 10 Mar 2017 56,372 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2016 51,784 miles

n/s/ tyre wall poor condition

Pass 24 Feb 2015 47,525 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 42,166 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 36,106 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 32,115 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 28,580 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 25,641 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 25,641 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 20,501 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 14,829 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2008 14,826 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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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YT05 LJC is a 2005 Rover 25 in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 YT05 LJC, 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 YT05 LJC registered?

YT05 LJC is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is YT05 LJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT05 LJC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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