2002 Rover 25 1.4L Petrol · KN52 LMK
2002 Rover 25 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 22 Nov 2002. Recorded mileage 46,826 miles. MOT valid until 09 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 25
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 46,826 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KN52 LMK Key Findings
- 24 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/01/2026
- 46,826 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KN52 LMK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
24 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Rover 25 (KN52 LMK) between November 2005 and January 2026.
The record contains 21 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 16 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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: “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”; “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”; “Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”.
KN52 LMK Mileage History
- 25/11/200511,614 mi
- 20/11/200611,990 mi+376 mi
- 07/02/200812,104 mi+114 mi
- 29/01/200912,201 mi+97 mi
- 26/01/201012,254 mi+53 mi
- 27/01/201112,918 mi+664 mi
- 31/01/201213,358 mi+440 mi
- 05/02/201313,961 mi+603 mi
- 04/02/201414,981 mi+1,020 mi
- 02/02/201515,925 mi+944 mi
- 28/01/201616,941 mi+1,016 mi
- 24/01/201718,378 mi+1,437 mi
- 26/01/201718,379 mi+1 mi
- 07/02/201819,321 mi+942 mi
- 05/02/201920,339 mi+1,018 mi
- 07/02/202023,188 mi+2,849 mi
- 07/02/202023,188 mi
- 10/02/202125,723 mi+2,535 mi
- 10/02/202229,365 mi+3,642 mi
- 10/02/202229,365 mi
- 23/01/202332,215 mi+2,850 mi
- 15/01/202438,536 mi+6,321 mi
- 24/01/202543,736 mi+5,200 mi
- 16/01/202646,826 mi+3,090 mi
Average of roughly 1,748 miles per year across 24 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: Good
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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