2004 Rover 25 1.4L Petrol · HV54 AEC
2004 Rover 25 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 23 Sept 2004. Recorded mileage 60,179 miles. MOT valid until 26 Sept 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 25
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 60,179 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HV54 AEC Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/09/2026
- 60,179 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HV54 AEC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
22 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Rover 25 (HV54 AEC) between September 2007 and September 2026.
The record contains 20 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 24 September 2026 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 (13 issues), Suspension (10 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Bodywork (5 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 25 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”; “Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 ”.
HV54 AEC Mileage History
- 24/09/200710,795 mi
- 22/09/200814,219 mi+3,424 mi
- 19/09/200919,004 mi+4,785 mi
- 27/09/201022,902 mi+3,898 mi
- 27/09/201126,127 mi+3,225 mi
- 26/09/201228,615 mi+2,488 mi
- 26/09/201332,586 mi+3,971 mi
- 24/09/201436,312 mi+3,726 mi
- 24/09/201538,480 mi+2,168 mi
- 26/09/201640,791 mi+2,311 mi
- 19/09/201742,894 mi+2,103 mi
- 26/09/201845,404 mi+2,510 mi
- 25/09/201948,310 mi+2,906 mi
- 26/09/201948,315 mi+5 mi
- 24/09/202050,080 mi+1,765 mi
- 25/09/202050,082 mi+2 mi
- 28/09/202151,957 mi+1,875 mi
- 21/09/202254,745 mi+2,788 mi
- 19/09/202356,211 mi+1,466 mi
- 26/09/202457,616 mi+1,405 mi
- 24/09/202558,904 mi+1,288 mi
- 24/09/202660,179 mi+1,275 mi
Average of roughly 2,599 miles per year across 22 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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