2003 Rover 25 1.4L Petrol · BU03 ARX
2003 Rover 25 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 04 Mar 2003. Recorded mileage 49,390 miles. MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 25
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 49,390 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BU03 ARX Key Findings
- 21 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/01/2026
- 49,390 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BU03 ARX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Rover 25 (BU03 ARX) between February 2006 and January 2026.
The record contains 21 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 13 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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.
BU03 ARX Mileage History
- 27/02/20068,464 mi
- 27/02/200710,736 mi+2,272 mi
- 22/02/200812,857 mi+2,121 mi
- 29/01/200915,067 mi+2,210 mi
- 16/02/201017,598 mi+2,531 mi
- 09/02/201119,739 mi+2,141 mi
- 06/02/201221,796 mi+2,057 mi
- 12/02/201325,190 mi+3,394 mi
- 22/02/201428,480 mi+3,290 mi
- 21/02/201530,229 mi+1,749 mi
- 04/02/201631,702 mi+1,473 mi
- 18/02/201733,733 mi+2,031 mi
- 12/01/201835,681 mi+1,948 mi
- 21/01/201936,604 mi+923 mi
- 09/01/202038,613 mi+2,009 mi
- 06/01/202140,968 mi+2,355 mi
- 08/01/202242,767 mi+1,799 mi
- 24/12/202244,472 mi+1,705 mi
- 02/01/202446,187 mi+1,715 mi
- 10/01/202547,691 mi+1,504 mi
- 05/01/202649,390 mi+1,699 mi
Average of roughly 2,061 miles per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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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.
- SCU / BCU Relay Failure(Moderate)
Models from 2003 onwards (facelift) use a Pektron Security Control Unit. The internal relays fail, affecting various electrical systems.
- 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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- 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.
- SCU / BCU Relay FailureModerate
Models from 2003 onwards (facelift) use a Pektron Security Control Unit. The internal relays fail, affecting various electrical systems.
- Rusting Rear ArchesModerate
Water gets trapped behind the lip of the rear wheel arches, causing rust to rot through from the inside.
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