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Rover 75

Gold · Petrol · 2003 · 2,497 cc

LS53 NMKMOT history

LS53 NMK is a gold petrol Rover 75 first used on 30 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 56,622 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Sept 2027
Mileage
56,622 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,166 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 NMK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
75
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 NMK was last recorded at 56,622 miles on 22 Aug 2026, 1,070 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,552 miles · 22 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,070 miles
Average per year
2,166 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,622 miles
  • 2025 – 55,552 miles
  • 2024 – 52,752 miles
  • 2020 – 52,379 miles
  • 2019 – 49,649 miles
  • 2018 – 45,657 miles
  • 2017 – 38,670 miles
  • 2016 – 33,521 miles
  • 2015 – 30,094 miles
  • 2014 – 28,793 miles
  • 2013 – 27,199 miles
  • 2012 – 25,669 miles
  • 2011 – 24,703 miles
  • 2010 – 23,146 miles
  • 2009 – 21,202 miles
  • 2008 – 18,851 miles
  • 2007 – 15,252 miles
  • 2006 – 13,551 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,622 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged slight bulge in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front to rear brake pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,622 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    56,622 miles
    Test number
    774424778376
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail56,622 miles (+1,070)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,622 miles
    Test number
    890618214166
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp light intensity severely reduced both front (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass55,552 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    55,552 miles
    Test number
    798536758644
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail55,552 miles (+2,800)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,552 miles
    Test number
    831656816354
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both front (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass52,752 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    52,752 miles
    Test number
    943848760717
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slight bulge in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front to rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail52,752 miles (+373)1 dangerous10 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,752 miles
    Test number
    447793997968
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45r17 91w (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slight bulge in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front to rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass52,379 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    52,379 miles
    Test number
    364208600946
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail52,379 miles (+2,730)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,379 miles
    Test number
    528586529927
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass49,649 miles (+3,992)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    49,649 miles
    Test number
    546766726470
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass45,657 miles (+6,987)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    45,657 miles
    Test number
    851885099104
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass38,670 miles (+5,149)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    38,670 miles
    Test number
    168598981199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass33,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    33,521 miles
    Test number
    761734783754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail33,521 miles (+3,427)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,521 miles
    Test number
    539313721754
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass30,094 miles (+1,301)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    30,094 miles
    Test number
    669608765108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass28,793 miles (+1,594)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    28,793 miles
    Test number
    285285464459
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass27,199 miles (+1,530)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    27,199 miles
    Test number
    987720873164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass25,669 miles (+966)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    25,669 miles
    Test number
    655895182142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,703 miles (+1,557)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    24,703 miles
    Test number
    549031081153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    23,146 miles
    Test number
    400882280192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail23,146 miles (+1,944)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,146 miles
    Test number
    561302280173
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

  21. Pass21,202 miles (+2,351)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    21,202 miles
    Test number
    852783639164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,851 miles (+3,599)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    18,851 miles
    Test number
    464054268177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass15,252 miles (+1,701)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    15,252 miles
    Test number
    362813907139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass13,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    13,551 miles
    Test number
    734646876209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 NMK

Does LS53 NMK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 NMK is valid until 9 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS53 NMK?
The MOT on LS53 NMK is valid until 9 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 NMK done?
LS53 NMK was recorded at 56,622 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2026, an average of 2,166 miles a year.
Has LS53 NMK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 NMK has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LS53 NMK 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 LS53 NMK find?
LS53 NMK passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear.

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