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Rover 75

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 1,951 cc

LM52 CHNMOT history

LM52 CHN is a silver diesel Rover 75 first used on 16 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 27 Feb 2026 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 119,697 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Feb 2026
Mileage
119,697 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2025
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,546 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 CHN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
75
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,951 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
16 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 CHN was last recorded at 119,697 miles on 25 Feb 2025, 3,201 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Feb 2023: 113,424 miles, lower than 119,424 miles on 1 Feb 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
116,496 miles · 28 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
3,201 miles
Average per year
5,546 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 119,697 miles
  • 2024 – 116,496 miles
  • 2023 – 113,424 miles
  • 2022 – 110,111 miles
  • 2021 – 106,053 miles
  • 2019 – 102,573 miles
  • 2018 – 96,482 miles
  • 2017 – 87,436 miles
  • 2016 – 73,817 miles
  • 2015 – 56,064 miles
  • 2014 – 45,958 miles
  • 2013 – 43,942 miles
  • 2012 – 42,686 miles
  • 2010 – 33,288 miles
  • 2008 – 29,441 miles
  • 2007 – 25,455 miles
  • 2006 – 19,631 miles
  • 2005 – 13,220 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,697 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2012

Full MOT history

32 tests since 14 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,697 miles (+3,201)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    119,697 miles
    Test number
    883543325795
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass116,496 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    116,496 miles
    Test number
    239955519323
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail116,496 miles (+3,072)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,496 miles
    Test number
    669729949412
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass113,424 miles (-6,000)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    113,424 miles
    Test number
    618900490694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail119,424 miles (+9,313)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,424 miles
    Test number
    316260766261
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt lower joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel pipe insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass110,111 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    110,111 miles
    Test number
    523536015734
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail110,111 miles (+4,058)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,111 miles
    Test number
    960721510229
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture front to rear (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass106,053 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    106,053 miles
    Test number
    778488444022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail106,053 miles (+3,480)1 dangerous8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,053 miles
    Test number
    790359538201
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass102,573 miles (+6,091)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    102,573 miles
    Test number
    289502335553
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass96,482 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    96,482 miles
    Test number
    304488230170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail96,482 miles (+9,046)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,482 miles
    Test number
    415768563975
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass87,436 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    87,436 miles
    Test number
    342575144702
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Fail87,436 miles (+13,619)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,436 miles
    Test number
    147088182102
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryHeat shield insecure

  15. Pass73,817 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    73,817 miles
    Test number
    421866747942
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre inner edge slightly worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre outer edge slightly worn
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySlight misting of fuel on the pipe to the fuel pump in the engine bay

  16. Fail73,817 miles (+17,753)4 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,817 miles
    Test number
    621147180518
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre inner edge slightly worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre outer edge slightly worn
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySlight misting of fuel on the pipe to the fuel pump in the engine bay

  17. Pass56,064 miles (+146)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    56,064 miles
    Test number
    356038226148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail55,918 miles (+9,960)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,918 miles
    Test number
    258800645264
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass45,958 miles (+2,016)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    45,958 miles
    Test number
    268226224246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,942 miles (+230)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    43,942 miles
    Test number
    986165473270
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake pad low warning lamp illuminated
    • NoteFront brake pads worn to approx.4mm

  21. Pass43,712 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    43,712 miles
    Test number
    497304543162
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads wearing excessively low(pad warning lamp illuminated)

  22. Fail43,708 miles (+1,022)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,708 miles
    Test number
    938744443105
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads wearing excessively low(pad warning lamp illuminated)

  23. Pass42,686 miles (+9,398)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    42,686 miles
    Test number
    688487032101
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake warning lamp on
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  24. Pass33,288 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    33,288 miles
    Test number
    231849120075
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Fail33,288 miles (+3,847)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,288 miles
    Test number
    953019020025
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass29,441 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    29,441 miles
    Test number
    334101038342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail29,440 miles (+3,985)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,440 miles
    Test number
    162680338315
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Fail25,455 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,455 miles
    Test number
    693884057354
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  29. Pass25,455 miles (+5,824)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    25,455 miles
    Test number
    874834157326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass19,631 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    19,631 miles
    Test number
    701337556304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail19,614 miles (+6,394)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,614 miles
    Test number
    443299846489
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass13,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    13,220 miles
    Test number
    464138845463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 CHN

Does LM52 CHN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 CHN expired on 27 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 CHN?
The MOT on LM52 CHN expired on 27 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 CHN done?
LM52 CHN was recorded at 119,697 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2025, an average of 5,546 miles a year.
Has LM52 CHN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 CHN has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LM52 CHN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Feb 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM52 CHN find?
LM52 CHN passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 3 more.

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