2002 Rover 25 2.0L Diesel · WF02 XBY
2002 Rover 25 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 11/07/2002. Recorded mileage 90,548 miles. MOT valid until 10/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 25
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Exeter
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10/12/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 90,548 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2002
- Engine
- 1994cc
WF02 XBY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/12/2025
- 90,548 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
WF02 XBY Mileage History
- 17/11/202379,099 mi
- 08/11/202482,571 mi+3,472 mi
- 27/11/202482,656 mi+85 mi
- 24/11/202590,373 mi+7,717 mi
- 11/12/202590,548 mi+175 mi
Average of roughly 5,538 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WF02 XBY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Rover 25 (WF02 XBY) between November 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 11 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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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