2004 Rover 25 1.4L Petrol · KP04 CGG
2004 Rover 25 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01 May 2004. Recorded mileage 99,441 miles. MOT expired on 20 Jul 2018.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 25
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 20 Jul 2018
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (31 May 2017)
- Recorded Mileage
- 99,441 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KP04 CGG Key Findings
- 15 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/07/2017
- 99,441 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KP04 CGG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
15 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Rover 25 (KP04 CGG) between May 2007 and July 2017.
The record contains 11 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 21 July 2017 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (8 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)”; “Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)”; “Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)”.
KP04 CGG Mileage History
- 23/05/200729,896 mi
- 28/05/200842,342 mi+12,446 mi
- 28/05/200950,040 mi+7,698 mi
- 11/05/201056,648 mi+6,608 mi
- 15/03/201160,804 mi+4,156 mi
- 18/03/201160,804 mi
- 27/03/201267,528 mi+6,724 mi
- 27/03/201267,528 mi
- 04/04/201377,332 mi+9,804 mi
- 02/04/201481,631 mi+4,299 mi
- 02/04/201481,631 mi
- 15/05/201588,741 mi+7,110 mi
- 16/05/201588,742 mi+1 mi
- 18/05/201693,298 mi+4,556 mi
- 21/07/201799,441 mi+6,143 mi
Average of roughly 6,843 miles per year across 15 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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