2002 Rover 25 1.4L Petrol · FE02 ZXT
2002 Rover 25 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 15 Mar 2002. Recorded mileage 92,986 miles. MOT expired on 18 May 2024.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 25
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 18 May 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,986 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FE02 ZXT Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/05/2023
- 92,986 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.
FE02 ZXT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Rover 25 (FE02 ZXT) between May 2022 and May 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 May 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
FE02 ZXT Mileage History
- 03/05/202291,066 mi
- 04/05/202291,068 mi+2 mi
- 15/05/202392,980 mi+1,912 mi
- 19/05/202392,986 mi+6 mi
Average of roughly 1,840 miles per year across 4 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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