2004 Rover 25 1.4L Petrol · GV04 DWM
2004 Rover 25 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 18 May 2004. Recorded mileage 68,521 miles. MOT expired on 12 Apr 2025.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 25
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 12 Apr 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 68,521 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GV04 DWM Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/04/2024
- 68,521 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GV04 DWM 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 2004 Rover 25 (GV04 DWM) between February 2022 and April 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 10 April 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
GV04 DWM Mileage History
- 24/02/202265,832 mi
- 04/04/202367,213 mi+1,381 mi
- 13/04/202367,213 mi
- 10/04/202468,521 mi+1,308 mi
Average of roughly 1,266 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.
- 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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