2003 Rover 25 1.4L Petrol · KX53 KWA
2003 Rover 25 (1.4L, petrol). First registered 18 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 93,521 miles. MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 25
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 93,521 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KX53 KWA Key Findings
- 27 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/09/2026
- 93,521 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KX53 KWA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
27 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Rover 25 (KX53 KWA) between September 2006 and September 2026.
The record contains 21 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 21 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (12 issues), Tyres (11 issues), Brakes (10 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Steering (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 50 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 Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural streng”; “Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”.
KX53 KWA Mileage History
- 07/09/200618,741 mi
- 20/09/200724,364 mi+5,623 mi
- 24/09/200830,415 mi+6,051 mi
- 16/09/200936,407 mi+5,992 mi
- 18/09/201039,292 mi+2,885 mi
- 24/09/201140,937 mi+1,645 mi
- 24/09/201140,937 mi
- 15/09/201244,072 mi+3,135 mi
- 14/09/201348,767 mi+4,695 mi
- 20/09/201453,694 mi+4,927 mi
- 12/09/201559,009 mi+5,315 mi
- 12/09/201559,009 mi
- 20/09/201664,181 mi+5,172 mi
- 21/09/201664,182 mi+1 mi
- 21/09/201766,873 mi+2,691 mi
- 14/09/201869,155 mi+2,282 mi
- 14/09/201869,155 mi
- 16/09/201972,474 mi+3,319 mi
- 16/09/201972,474 mi
- 16/09/202075,133 mi+2,659 mi
- 10/09/202178,422 mi+3,289 mi
- 19/09/202281,678 mi+3,256 mi
- 12/09/202384,926 mi+3,248 mi
- 19/09/202489,218 mi+4,292 mi
- 18/09/202591,547 mi+2,329 mi
- 18/09/202591,547 mi
- 21/09/202693,521 mi+1,974 mi
Average of roughly 3,732 miles per year across 27 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.
- 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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