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Rover 75

Gold · Diesel · 2004 · 1,951 cc

1949 JBMOT history

1949 JB is a gold diesel Rover 75 first used on 7 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 11 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 117,895 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Apr 2027
Mileage
117,895 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,111 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
1949 JB
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Rover
Model
75
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,951 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
7 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

1949 JB was last recorded at 117,895 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 2,300 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,595 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,300 miles
Average per year
5,111 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,895 miles
  • 2025 – 115,595 miles
  • 2024 – 112,465 miles
  • 2023 – 109,149 miles
  • 2022 – 104,715 miles
  • 2021 – 99,426 miles
  • 2020 – 88,150 miles
  • 2017 – 86,493 miles
  • 2016 – 80,201 miles
  • 2015 – 71,034 miles
  • 2014 – 62,065 miles
  • 2013 – 53,810 miles
  • 2012 – 46,220 miles
  • 2011 – 39,338 miles
  • 2010 – 35,967 miles
  • 2009 – 30,892 miles
  • 2008 – 26,736 miles
  • 2007 – 21,116 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,895 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,895 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    117,895 miles
    Test number
    517522601733
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail117,895 miles (+2,300)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,895 miles
    Test number
    270929975161
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass115,595 miles (+3,130)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    115,595 miles
    Test number
    658834997186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass112,465 miles (+3,316)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    112,465 miles
    Test number
    262883656127
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass109,149 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    109,149 miles
    Test number
    245264471205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail109,149 miles (+4,434)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,149 miles
    Test number
    219356214715
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass104,715 miles (+5,289)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    104,715 miles
    Test number
    958677781570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass99,426 miles (+11,276)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    99,426 miles
    Test number
    736325385356
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass88,150 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    88,150 miles
    Test number
    118538501178
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  10. Fail88,150 miles (+1,657)8 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,150 miles
    Test number
    889325035698
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass86,493 miles (+6,292)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    86,493 miles
    Test number
    176727079181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass80,201 miles (+9,167)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    80,201 miles
    Test number
    831675442259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass71,034 miles (+8,969)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    71,034 miles
    Test number
    735775335142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,065 miles (+8,255)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    62,065 miles
    Test number
    985087234152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    53,810 miles
    Test number
    598453343125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail53,810 miles (+7,590)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,810 miles
    Test number
    287713643421
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass46,220 miles (+6,882)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2013
    Odometer
    46,220 miles
    Test number
    995440942170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,338 miles (+3,371)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    39,338 miles
    Test number
    267386521196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,967 miles (+5,075)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    35,967 miles
    Test number
    574550440110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,892 miles (+4,156)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2010
    Odometer
    30,892 miles
    Test number
    514660329176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,736 miles (+5,620)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2009
    Odometer
    26,736 miles
    Test number
    704384818177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,116 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2008
    Odometer
    21,116 miles
    Test number
    240154127196
    • NoteOffside front indicator lens insecure

Questions about 1949 JB

What vehicle is registration 1949 JB currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 1949 JB on a gold diesel Rover 75 first used on 7 May 2004. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 1949 JB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 1949 JB is valid until 11 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on 1949 JB?
The MOT on 1949 JB is valid until 11 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 1949 JB done?
1949 JB was recorded at 117,895 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 5,111 miles a year.
Has 1949 JB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 1949 JB has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on 1949 JB ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 1949 JB find?
1949 JB passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bush.

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