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Rover 75

Gold · Diesel · 2003 · 1,951 cc

LR53 RSUMOT history

LR53 RSU is a gold diesel Rover 75 first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 24 Sept 2026 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 129,391 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Sept 2026
Mileage
129,391 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2025
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,583 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 RSU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
75
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,951 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 RSU was last recorded at 129,391 miles on 25 Sept 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,391 miles · 22 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,583 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 129,391 miles
  • 2024 – 124,633 miles
  • 2023 – 120,632 miles
  • 2022 – 113,841 miles
  • 2019 – 107,089 miles
  • 2017 – 107,052 miles
  • 2016 – 99,363 miles
  • 2015 – 91,164 miles
  • 2014 – 83,157 miles
  • 2013 – 76,565 miles
  • 2012 – 67,463 miles
  • 2011 – 57,762 miles
  • 2010 – 47,688 miles
  • 2009 – 39,226 miles
  • 2008 – 32,953 miles
  • 2007 – 28,057 miles
  • 2006 – 23,379 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,391 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 29 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,391 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    129,391 miles
    Test number
    324316388781
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail129,391 miles (+4,758)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,391 miles
    Test number
    312252485875
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sil (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sil (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sil (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sil (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass124,633 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    124,633 miles
    Test number
    881802659889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail124,633 miles (+4,001)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,633 miles
    Test number
    808811339117
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass120,632 miles (+6,791)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    120,632 miles
    Test number
    410856668479
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass113,841 miles (+6,752)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    113,841 miles
    Test number
    856798528512
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged worn slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear link arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both main rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside heavily coated in wax oil restricting full inspection of body suspension and brake pipes
    • AdvisoryTow bar and mounting brackets corroded

  7. Pass107,089 miles (+10)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    107,089 miles
    Test number
    796422305008
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail107,079 miles (+27)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,079 miles
    Test number
    637670847806
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened coil spring lower arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened coil spring lower arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass107,052 miles (+78)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    107,052 miles
    Test number
    270738037768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail106,974 miles (+7,611)1 dangerous2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,974 miles
    Test number
    732087370162
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some underside components
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass99,363 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    99,363 miles
    Test number
    507236675333
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber wearing thin

  12. Fail99,357 miles (+8,193)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,357 miles
    Test number
    114878515132
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber wearing thin

  13. Pass91,164 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    91,164 miles
    Test number
    864103639688
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail91,164 miles (+8,007)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,164 miles
    Test number
    505267799778
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass83,157 miles (+6,592)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    83,157 miles
    Test number
    668885274219
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass76,565 miles (+9,102)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    76,565 miles
    Test number
    895920383238
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber wearing thin

  17. Pass67,463 miles (+9,701)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    67,463 miles
    Test number
    138376272203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,762 miles (+10,074)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    57,762 miles
    Test number
    549017171267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,688 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    47,688 miles
    Test number
    583990880280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail47,688 miles (+8,462)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,688 miles
    Test number
    160720680268
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  21. Pass39,226 miles (+6,273)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    39,226 miles
    Test number
    354226469247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,953 miles (+4,896)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    32,953 miles
    Test number
    523983888235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,057 miles (+4,678)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    28,057 miles
    Test number
    343078577215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    23,379 miles
    Test number
    343592976466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail23,379 miles1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,379 miles
    Test number
    360462376225
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR53 RSU

Does LR53 RSU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 RSU expired on 24 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 RSU?
The MOT on LR53 RSU expired on 24 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 RSU done?
LR53 RSU was recorded at 129,391 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2025, an average of 5,583 miles a year.
Has LR53 RSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 RSU has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LR53 RSU 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 LR53 RSU find?
LR53 RSU passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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