2002 Rover 25 1.6L Diesel · WJ51 XEV
2002 Rover 25 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 24 Jan 2002. Recorded mileage 84,291 miles. MOT expired on 20 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- ROVER 25
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 20 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 84,291 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WJ51 XEV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/10/2025
- 84,291 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WJ51 XEV 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 (WJ51 XEV) between September 2024 and October 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 21 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
WJ51 XEV Mileage History
- 20/09/202483,291 mi
- 01/10/202483,304 mi+13 mi
- 26/09/202584,237 mi+933 mi
- 08/10/202584,250 mi+13 mi
- 21/10/202584,291 mi+41 mi
Average of roughly 922 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: Poor
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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