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Rover 420

Green · Diesel · 1997 · 1,994 cc

R765 CDLMOT history

R765 CDL is a green diesel Rover 420 first used on 29 Aug 1997. Its MOT expired on 14 May 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 126,740 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 14 May 2026
Mileage
126,740 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,554 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R765 CDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
420
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
29 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 May 2026
Latest MOT test
15 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R765 CDL was last recorded at 126,740 miles on 15 May 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,737 miles · 12 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
2,554 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 126,740 miles
  • 2024 – 125,310 miles
  • 2022 – 123,560 miles
  • 2021 – 121,671 miles
  • 2020 – 120,905 miles
  • 2019 – 119,841 miles
  • 2018 – 118,061 miles
  • 2017 – 115,583 miles
  • 2016 – 113,711 miles
  • 2015 – 112,090 miles
  • 2014 – 109,891 miles
  • 2013 – 107,237 miles
  • 2012 – 105,288 miles
  • 2011 – 102,553 miles
  • 2010 – 100,121 miles
  • 2009 – 97,709 miles
  • 2008 – 95,528 miles
  • 2007 – 86,702 miles
  • 2006 – 78,826 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,740 miles
  • AdvisoryDrivers door panel missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre mounts ripped / damaged (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion , not weakenedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019

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 Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 7 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,740 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    126,740 miles
    Test number
    786351920012
    • AdvisoryDrivers door panel missing
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre mounts ripped / damaged (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion , not weakened
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail126,737 miles (+1,427)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,737 miles
    Test number
    515923989021
    • DangerousCentral Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDrivers door panel missing
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre mounts ripped / damaged (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion , not weakened
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass125,310 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    125,310 miles
    Test number
    557873953387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail125,306 miles (+1,746)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,306 miles
    Test number
    319911849124
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass123,560 miles (+1,889)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    123,560 miles
    Test number
    460556593195
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass121,671 miles (+766)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    121,671 miles
    Test number
    257356292429
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass120,905 miles (+1,064)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    120,905 miles
    Test number
    758620863470
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass119,841 miles (+1,780)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    119,841 miles
    Test number
    214362273554
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass118,061 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    118,061 miles
    Test number
    501424728755
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Fail118,059 miles (+2,476)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,059 miles
    Test number
    859923745112
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

  11. Pass115,583 miles (+1,872)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    115,583 miles
    Test number
    188086520923
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper torn
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass113,711 miles (+1,621)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    113,711 miles
    Test number
    913212170958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass112,090 miles (+2,199)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    112,090 miles
    Test number
    452137004336
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arm bushes worn

  14. Pass109,891 miles (+71)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    109,891 miles
    Test number
    869374024203
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  15. Fail109,820 miles (+2,583)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,820 miles
    Test number
    857409114245
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  16. Pass107,237 miles (+1,949)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    107,237 miles
    Test number
    287985433243
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s wiper torn

  17. Pass105,288 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    105,288 miles
    Test number
    887594842294
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail105,282 miles (+2,729)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,282 miles
    Test number
    305412542257
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass102,553 miles (+2,432)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    102,553 miles
    Test number
    459833021243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass100,121 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    100,121 miles
    Test number
    121735620254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail100,111 miles (+2,402)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,111 miles
    Test number
    360148510499
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass97,709 miles (+2,181)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    97,709 miles
    Test number
    600786519244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass95,528 miles (+8,826)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    95,528 miles
    Test number
    571930928242
    • NoteO/s cv boot starting to split
    • NoteO/s/f brake sticking slightly

  24. Pass86,702 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    86,702 miles
    Test number
    780551427267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail86,670 miles (+7,844)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,670 miles
    Test number
    713840827219
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  26. Pass78,826 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    78,826 miles
    Test number
    443780426284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail78,793 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,793 miles
    Test number
    612029216238
    • FailureCentre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4b)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Questions about R765 CDL

Does R765 CDL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R765 CDL expired on 14 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R765 CDL?
The MOT on R765 CDL expired on 14 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R765 CDL done?
R765 CDL was recorded at 126,740 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2025, an average of 2,554 miles a year.
Has R765 CDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R765 CDL has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2025.
Has the mileage on R765 CDL 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 R765 CDL find?
R765 CDL passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2025 with 4 advisories: drivers door panel missing; exhaust mounting defective centre mounts ripped / damaged; general underbody corrosion , not weakened, and 1 more.

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