2001 Rover 25 1.1L Petrol · WG51 HJC
2001 Rover 25 (1.1L, petrol). First registered 20 Nov 2001. Recorded mileage 90,389 miles. MOT valid until 14 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 25
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 90,389 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WG51 HJC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/10/2025
- 90,389 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.
WG51 HJC 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 2001 Rover 25 (WG51 HJC) between October 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 24 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
WG51 HJC Mileage History
- 19/10/202387,738 mi
- 17/10/202489,091 mi+1,353 mi
- 17/10/202489,091 mi
- 16/10/202590,273 mi+1,182 mi
- 24/10/202590,389 mi+116 mi
Average of roughly 1,315 miles per year across 5 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: 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.
- 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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