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Rover 114

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,396 cc

R426 KECMOT history

R426 KEC is a red petrol Rover 114 first used on 30 Mar 1998. Its MOT expired on 11 Aug 2025 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 75,132 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Aug 2025
Mileage
75,132 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2024
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,929 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R426 KEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
114
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
30 Mar 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

R426 KEC was last recorded at 75,132 miles on 12 Aug 2024, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,131 miles · 8 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,929 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 75,132 miles
  • 2023 – 75,051 miles
  • 2022 – 73,614 miles
  • 2019 – 73,285 miles
  • 2018 – 72,903 miles
  • 2017 – 72,807 miles
  • 2016 – 71,412 miles
  • 2015 – 67,673 miles
  • 2014 – 64,849 miles
  • 2013 – 59,789 miles
  • 2012 – 55,797 miles
  • 2011 – 51,664 miles
  • 2010 – 47,256 miles
  • 2009 – 44,578 miles
  • 2008 – 42,742 miles
  • 2007 – 41,298 miles
  • 2006 – 39,886 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,132 miles
  • AdvisoryUnderbody and all components all covered with underseal not allowing full inspectionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Brake servo slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

28 tests since 4 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,132 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    75,132 miles
    Test number
    906887766511
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and all components all covered with underseal not allowing full inspection

  2. Fail75,131 miles (+80)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,131 miles
    Test number
    270329416468
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and all components all covered with underseal not allowing full inspection

  3. Pass75,051 miles (+1,437)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    75,051 miles
    Test number
    354178235532
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFloor slight corroded
    • AdvisoryFront to rear floor & covered with underseal

  4. Pass73,614 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    73,614 miles
    Test number
    254500725455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail73,614 miles (+329)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,614 miles
    Test number
    278732651571
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass73,285 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    73,285 miles
    Test number
    206280547899
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo slightly corroded

  7. Fail73,284 miles (+15)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,284 miles
    Test number
    676595590455
    • MajorCab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting fuel filler neck corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo slightly corroded

  8. Fail73,269 miles (+366)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,269 miles
    Test number
    723800179322
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door step & floor above subframe & outer arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor/jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired upper mount,between c & d posts. appears to be fibreglass (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door step, inner arch & above subframe (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass72,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    72,903 miles
    Test number
    937368224363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail72,903 miles (+96)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,903 miles
    Test number
    735221148089
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded centre floor (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass72,807 miles (+1,395)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    72,807 miles
    Test number
    712301227188
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.2.6)

  12. Pass71,412 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    71,412 miles
    Test number
    669755337630
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Fail71,412 miles (+3,739)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,412 miles
    Test number
    765504712342
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass67,673 miles (+2,824)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    67,673 miles
    Test number
    526086205187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre deteriorating
    • NoteOffside rear tyre deteriorating
    • NoteRear lower crossmember corroded

  15. Pass64,849 miles (+1)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    64,849 miles
    Test number
    249307004104
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear panel corroded

  16. Fail64,848 miles (+5,059)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,848 miles
    Test number
    999385104181
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear panel corroded

  17. Pass59,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2014
    Odometer
    59,789 miles
    Test number
    455917603145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail59,789 miles (+3,992)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,789 miles
    Test number
    258706003487
    • FailureNearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear panel corroded

  19. Pass55,797 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2013
    Odometer
    55,797 miles
    Test number
    409227012151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail55,792 miles (+4,128)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,792 miles
    Test number
    355455412167
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass51,664 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    51,664 miles
    Test number
    136945121103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail51,663 miles (+4,407)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,663 miles
    Test number
    307123621142
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass47,256 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2011
    Odometer
    47,256 miles
    Test number
    250926620468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail47,247 miles (+2,669)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,247 miles
    Test number
    950265420135
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass44,578 miles (+1,836)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2010
    Odometer
    44,578 miles
    Test number
    690780929110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass42,742 miles (+1,444)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2009
    Odometer
    42,742 miles
    Test number
    263592728196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass41,298 miles (+1,412)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2008
    Odometer
    41,298 miles
    Test number
    253622027102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass39,886 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2007
    Odometer
    39,886 miles
    Test number
    770364426171
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about R426 KEC

Does R426 KEC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R426 KEC expired on 11 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R426 KEC?
The MOT on R426 KEC expired on 11 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R426 KEC done?
R426 KEC was recorded at 75,132 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2024, an average of 1,929 miles a year.
Has R426 KEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R426 KEC has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on R426 KEC 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 R426 KEC find?
R426 KEC passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2024 with 1 advisory: underbody and all components all covered with underseal not allowing full inspection.

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