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YU05 WDG

2005 Rover 25

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

55,018 mi
Last recorded55,018 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Rover 2543,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU05 WDG
MakeRover
Model25
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2020 55,018 miles

O/S/R tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 24 Nov 2020 55,018 miles

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

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

O/S/R tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 30 Oct 2019 76,945 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2019 51,914 miles

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

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 46,724 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2018 46,724 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 39,595 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 35,054 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 34,926 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 30,902 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 26,970 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 23,526 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 23,526 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 19,346 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 16,800 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 12,439 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 8,481 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 5,580 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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YU05 WDG is a 2005 Rover 25 in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 YU05 WDG, 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 YU05 WDG registered?

YU05 WDG is a 2005 Rover 25, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is YU05 WDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YU05 WDG shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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