2002 Rover 25 1.6L Petrol · EN02 NBA
2002 Rover 25 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 29 Jun 2002. Recorded mileage 26,443 miles. MOT expired on 06 Oct 2022.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 25
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Oct 2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 26,443 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
This vehicle has not had an MOT in the past 5 years. Mechanical analysis was skipped.
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EN02 NBA Key Findings
- 18 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/09/2021
- 26,443 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EN02 NBA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
18 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Rover 25 (EN02 NBA) between September 2006 and September 2021.
The record contains 16 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 20 September 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Windscreen (6 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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.
EN02 NBA Mileage History
- 01/09/20069,253 mi
- 29/08/200710,903 mi+1,650 mi
- 27/08/200813,040 mi+2,137 mi
- 20/08/200914,274 mi+1,234 mi
- 09/09/201015,577 mi+1,303 mi
- 01/09/201117,792 mi+2,215 mi
- 22/08/201218,574 mi+782 mi
- 22/08/201218,574 mi
- 29/08/201319,062 mi+488 mi
- 04/09/201419,512 mi+450 mi
- 20/08/201519,802 mi+290 mi
- 06/09/201619,986 mi+184 mi
- 04/09/201720,366 mi+380 mi
- 07/09/201820,568 mi+202 mi
- 03/09/201921,236 mi+668 mi
- 03/09/201921,236 mi
- 07/10/202024,098 mi+2,862 mi
- 20/09/202126,443 mi+2,345 mi
Average of roughly 1,142 miles per year across 18 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: 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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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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