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Rover 75

Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 1,951 cc

MRO 290MOT history

MRO 290 is a grey diesel Rover 75 first used on 25 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 97,965 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
97,965 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,489 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
MRO 290
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Rover
Model
75
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,951 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
25 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

MRO 290 was last recorded at 97,965 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 3,675 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,290 miles · 24 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,675 miles
Average per year
4,489 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,965 miles
  • 2025 – 94,290 miles
  • 2024 – 89,822 miles
  • 2023 – 84,432 miles
  • 2022 – 79,909 miles
  • 2021 – 76,960 miles
  • 2020 – 75,077 miles
  • 2019 – 70,322 miles
  • 2018 – 65,104 miles
  • 2017 – 58,346 miles
  • 2016 – 52,996 miles
  • 2015 – 48,259 miles
  • 2014 – 43,129 miles
  • 2013 – 37,629 miles
  • 2012 – 33,347 miles
  • 2011 – 29,158 miles
  • 2010 – 23,448 miles
  • 2009 – 22,296 miles
  • 2008 – 19,316 miles
  • 2007 – 13,843 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,965 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 13 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,965 miles (+3,675)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    97,965 miles
    Test number
    750693431105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass94,290 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    94,290 miles
    Test number
    318576420840
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail94,290 miles (+4,468)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,290 miles
    Test number
    906207632971
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed induction leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass89,822 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    89,822 miles
    Test number
    912244557025
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail89,822 miles (+5,390)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,822 miles
    Test number
    414855080957
    • MajorFuel system component leaking engine bay (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass84,432 miles (+4,523)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    84,432 miles
    Test number
    595201900274
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak front of engine
    • 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))

  7. Pass79,909 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    79,909 miles
    Test number
    610541812943
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bushs (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail79,902 miles (+2,942)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,902 miles
    Test number
    344682628898
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bushs (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass76,960 miles (+1,883)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    76,960 miles
    Test number
    377265066208
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened lateral arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass75,077 miles (+4,755)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    75,077 miles
    Test number
    831815659592
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear anti roll bar d-bushs worn
    • AdvisoryRear silencer on exhaust system poor condition
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant pipe chaffed
    • AdvisoryFree travel detected at parking brake lever
    • AdvisoryInter cooler pipe chaffed

  11. Pass70,322 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    70,322 miles
    Test number
    776210777282
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm and badly worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear anti roll bar d bushs worn

  12. Fail70,320 miles (+5,216)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,320 miles
    Test number
    906035017162
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm and badly worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear anti roll bar d bushs worn

  13. Pass65,104 miles (+6,758)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    65,104 miles
    Test number
    992642273026
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryFront wipers split on ends
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  14. Pass58,346 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    58,346 miles
    Test number
    679433279796
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  15. Fail58,346 miles (+5,350)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,346 miles
    Test number
    642936926841
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  16. Pass52,996 miles (+4,737)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    52,996 miles
    Test number
    324024098288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output POOR PATTERN, (LENS CRAZED) (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output POOR PATTERN, (LENS CRAZED) (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass48,259 miles (+3)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    48,259 miles
    Test number
    676095865000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePark brake efficiency only just met 19% (N/S low)

  18. Fail48,256 miles (+5,127)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,256 miles
    Test number
    128854165420
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass43,129 miles (+5,500)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    43,129 miles
    Test number
    725885764006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass37,629 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    37,629 miles
    Test number
    219113653054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSteering rack damp at pinion area

  21. Fail37,628 miles (+4,281)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,628 miles
    Test number
    299303853082
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureSteering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSteering rack damp at pinion area

  22. Pass33,347 miles (+4,189)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    33,347 miles
    Test number
    307120162024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass29,158 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    29,158 miles
    Test number
    947467061091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail29,156 miles (+5,708)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,156 miles
    Test number
    106776361449
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass23,448 miles (+1,152)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    23,448 miles
    Test number
    490748060044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass22,296 miles (+2,980)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    22,296 miles
    Test number
    214927769498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass19,316 miles (+5,473)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    19,316 miles
    Test number
    431817878148
    • NotePas rack gaiters damp

  28. Pass13,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    13,843 miles
    Test number
    751334467183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about MRO 290

What vehicle is registration MRO 290 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show MRO 290 on a grey diesel Rover 75 first used on 25 Jun 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 MRO 290 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on MRO 290 is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on MRO 290?
The MOT on MRO 290 is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has MRO 290 done?
MRO 290 was recorded at 97,965 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 4,489 miles a year.
Has MRO 290 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. MRO 290 has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on MRO 290 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 MRO 290 find?
MRO 290 passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s); rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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