2002 Rover 25 2.0L Diesel · AY52 FMK
2002 Rover 25 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30/09/2002. Recorded mileage 149,284 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 25
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Ipswich
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04/09/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 149,284 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2002
- Engine
- 1994cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
AY52 FMK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/08/2023
- 149,284 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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.
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Known faults for Rover Rover 25
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
AY52 FMK Mileage History
- 27/08/2021143,314 mi
- 19/08/2022146,276 mi+2,962 mi
- 19/08/2022146,276 mi
- 18/08/2023149,284 mi+3,008 mi
- 18/08/2023149,284 mi
Average of roughly 3,024 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AY52 FMK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Rover 25 (AY52 FMK) between August 2021 and August 2023.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 18 August 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Common Problems: ROVER 25
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- K-Series Head Gasket Failure (HGF)(Serious)
The 1.1, 1.4, 1.6, and 1.8 engines are all prone to gasket failure due to plastic dowels and a small coolant capacity.
- Rusting Rear Arches(Moderate)
Water gets trapped behind the lip of the rear wheel arches, causing rust to rot through from the inside.
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