Official DVLA Record

2005 Land Rover Range Rover 2.9L Diesel · YR05 RFJ

YR05 RFJ

2005 Land Rover Range Rover (2.9L, diesel). First registered 01/04/2005. Recorded mileage 197,220 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER
Year / Origin
2005 · Sheffield
MOT Status
Valid until 27/05/2024
Road Tax
Untaxed (20/06/2024)
Recorded Mileage
197,220 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.9L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 27/05/2024
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 20/06/2024
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2005
Engine
2926cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle's MOT history shows a recent failure on 21 May 2024, which interrupts a two-year period of clean passes. While the 2022 and 2023 tests recorded no defects, the 2024 failure indicates a sudden decline in roadworthiness. Because the specific reason for the 2024 failure was not documented in the provided record, the current maintenance trend appears unstable. The vehicle has covered 197,220 miles over its 21-year lifespan, averaging approximately 9,391 miles per year. This mileage accumulation is consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The records provided cover the last three years, though they do not offer a complete longitudinal view of the vehicle's entire history. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection to identify the cause of the May 2024 failure. Given the high mileage, particular attention should be paid to the suspension system, including bushes and coil springs, as well as the condition of the brake discs and calipers. The structural integrity of the chassis and the state of the exhaust system should also be verified for corrosion, as these are common areas of concern on high-mileage Land Rovers.

YR05 RFJ Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT failed on 21/05/2024
  • 197,220 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 13 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
40
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (67%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
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YR05 RFJ Mileage History

  1. 23/05/2022195,887 mi
  2. 17/05/2023196,548 mi+661 mi
  3. 21/05/2024197,220 mi+672 mi

Average of roughly 668 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

YR05 RFJ MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 29 Aug 2026, 16:26
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (YR05 RFJ) between May 2022 and May 2024.

The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 21 May 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Rear Sub-frame pin or bush likely to become detached all 4 bush's (5.3.4 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle arch liner (5.2.3 (f))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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