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UK Vehicle Recall Check

MG Rover Recall Check: DVSA + SMMT Combined

MG Rover was the Longbridge-based successor to Rover Group, producing the Rover 25, 45 and 75 plus the MG ZR, ZS, ZT and TF until administration in 2005. A meaningful UK enthusiast parc remains. Enter any UK registration to see whether an outstanding manufacturer recall is on file.

  • · Just enter the UK number plate — no VIN, no account needed
  • · Official DVSA + SMMT data, combined for maximum coverage
  • · Recall description included where available
  • · £1.99 per check · No subscription · Results in seconds

Start your recall check

Enter the vehicle's UK registration to begin.

What our MG Rover recall check covers

Our combined check pulls the DVSA recall database, the SMMT manufacturer feed and the DVLA recall archive going back to 1992, so where a recall exists you get the live outstanding status, the recall description and every past campaign for the same model in one place.

DVSA database

The UK government's official recall register. Confirms whether a recall is outstanding for the vehicle.

SMMT manufacturer feed

Industry data from vehicle manufacturers. Typically includes the recall description, not just a flag.

DVLA recall archive

Every UK recall campaign issued since 1992. Surfaces the historical campaigns for the same make and model alongside the live status.

Search the full DVLA recall archive →

Why check a MG Rover for recalls?

MG Rover Group went into administration in 2005, ending UK volume car production at Longbridge. UK-registered MG Rover vehicles (Rover 25, 45, 75 and the MG ZR, ZS, ZT, TF) are still covered by DVSA recall data for any safety campaigns that remain outstanding on the parc — including head-gasket and fuel-system items on the K-Series engine, selected airbag programmes, and brake-related campaigns. There is no longer an MG Rover dealer network, so recall work is typically handled by specialist independents; the check tells you what is still outstanding for the VIN.

Top MG Rover models we cover

Recall data is available for every UK-registered MG Rover, including the Rover 25, Rover 45, Rover 75, Rover Streetwise, MG ZR, MG ZS, MG ZT and MG TF. Enter any UK registration above to check.

  • MG Rover Rover 25
  • MG Rover Rover 45
  • MG Rover Rover 75
  • MG Rover Rover Streetwise
  • MG Rover MG ZR
  • MG Rover MG ZS
  • MG Rover MG ZT
  • MG Rover MG TF

Notable MG Rover recalls

A non-exhaustive editorial summary of recent UK safety campaigns. Run a check to see whether any of these apply to a specific vehicle.

  1. 2004 · Rover 25, Rover 45, MG ZR, MG ZS

    Selected K-Series engine fuel-system and cooling-system campaigns covering specific build dates of late-production MG Rover hatchbacks and saloons.

  2. 2003 · Rover 75, MG ZT

    Selected electrical and brake-system campaigns on Rover 75 and MG ZT saloons, addressed at the time through the MG Rover dealer network.

  3. 2002 · MG TF

    Selected fuel-line and electrical campaigns on early MG TF roadsters covering specific build dates.

MG Rover recall history from the DVLA archive

The full list of DVLA-recorded MG Rover safety recalls. Showing the most recent 2 of the archive — run a check on a specific registration to see whether any recall is outstanding for that vehicle.

DateModelConcern
Oct 2005CITY ROVERWHEEL TRIM CAN RUB ON THE TYRE SIDEWALL
May 2004ROVER 75POSSIBLE DAMAGE AND DEFLATION OF TYRE DUE TO ROAD SPRING

What you get

Every MG Rover check returns the same structured response. Below are two examples. One with a recall outstanding, and one with a clear record.

Action required

Outstanding recall on this vehicle

1 recall found. Contact the manufacturer or a main dealer to arrange a free repair.

Vehicle

AB21ABC

MG Rover Rover 25

VIN ABCDE123456F78910

Recall details

  • AIRBAG REPLACEMENT

Checked 17/05/2026, 10:00:00 (source: SMMT)

No recall outstanding

No outstanding recalls for this vehicle

Both the DVSA and SMMT databases were checked. Nothing currently outstanding for this VRM.

Vehicle

CD22XYZ

MG Rover Rover 25

VIN ZYXWV987654U32109

Checked 17/05/2026, 10:00:00 (source: SMMT)

How it works

  1. 1

    Enter your VRM

    Type the UK registration of the vehicle you want to check.

  2. 2

    Pay £1.99

    Single payment. No subscription, no account needed to start.

  3. 3

    Get instant recall status

    Combined DVSA + SMMT result appears in seconds and is emailed to you.

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Frequently asked questions

How does the RecallClear MG Rover recall check work?+

Enter the vehicle's registration mark (VRM) and pay £1.99. We query the DVSA recall database and the SMMT manufacturer feed in a single request and return the combined result. For most MG Rover vehicles you'll see whether a recall is outstanding, the source database, and (where available) a description of the recall.

What is the difference between DVSA and SMMT recall data?+

DVSA (the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) maintains the UK government's official recall register and flags whether a recall is outstanding. SMMT (the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders) aggregates manufacturer-supplied data which often includes the recall description as well as the outstanding flag. Combining both maximises coverage and detail.

How recent is the recall data?+

Both DVSA and SMMT data sources are continually updated as manufacturers report new safety campaigns. Each check returns a timestamp showing when the data was last verified for that vehicle.

What happens if the recall status is "Unknown"?+

Some vehicles aren't currently listed in either database (very new registrations, very old vehicles, grey imports, and certain commercial variants are the usual reasons). When that happens we'll show "Unknown" and direct you to the manufacturer's recall portal so you can confirm directly. A refund is available if you'd like one.

What should I do if a recall is outstanding?+

Contact any authorised franchised dealer for the brand. Manufacturers carry out safety recalls free of charge, regardless of who currently owns the vehicle and regardless of age. You'll typically need the vehicle's VIN; the report includes it where the database returns one.

Do I need an account to run a check?+

No account is needed to start a check. After payment we'll email you a magic link so you can access the report any time, and a shareable link if you want to send the result to a buyer, seller, or dealer.

MG Rover no longer exists. Where do I get a recall fix done?+

Outstanding MG Rover safety recalls are typically handled by specialist Rover and MG independents — many former MG Rover dealers continue to support the brand through parts and service. The work can be carried out at any competent workshop using genuine or aftermarket parts; the check itself simply tells you what is outstanding for the VIN.

Is the modern MG brand (SAIC-owned) covered here?+

No. The current MG brand (sold new from 2007 onwards under SAIC ownership) has its own dedicated page. Use the MG page for any MG3, MG4, MG5, ZS or HS — those are technically separate from the 2005-and-earlier MG Rover entity.

My late-model Rover 25 / 45 / 75 — should I check it here or under Rover?+

UK registration documents for late-production Rover 25, 45 and 75 vehicles vary — some are registered as Rover, some as MG Rover. Use whichever brand matches the V5 logbook. The recall data will resolve to the registered brand.

Other MG Rover Group (defunct) brands

MG Rover is part of MG Rover Group (defunct). Recall checks for these sister brands are available too.

Prefer to check directly with the manufacturer?

MG Rover maintains an official recall lookup tool. Our combined check pulls from DVSA and SMMT to give you broader coverage, but you can also check the manufacturer's portal directly.

Open the official MG Rover recall portal →