2003 Rover 25 2.0L Diesel · PK03 MLV
2003 Rover 25 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2003. Recorded mileage 117,557 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 25
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Preston
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15/02/2014
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (23/07/2013)
- Recorded Mileage
- 117,557 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 1994cc
PK03 MLV Key Findings
- 12 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/02/2013
- 117,557 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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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.
PK03 MLV Mileage History
- 06/03/200622,308 mi
- 23/04/200622,679 mi+371 mi
- 25/04/200731,208 mi+8,529 mi
- 23/04/200839,996 mi+8,788 mi
- 23/04/200839,996 mi
- 29/04/200947,692 mi+7,696 mi
- 25/03/201054,277 mi+6,585 mi
- 25/03/201054,277 mi
- 08/03/201177,999 mi+23,722 mi
- 16/02/201297,968 mi+19,969 mi
- 06/02/2013117,557 mi+19,589 mi
- 08/02/2013117,557 mi
Average of roughly 13,746 miles per year across 12 recorded odometer readings.
PK03 MLV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
12 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Rover 25 (PK03 MLV) between March 2006 and February 2013.
The record contains 9 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 08 February 2013 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: Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (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 (7.1.2)”; “Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”; “Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)”.
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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