
Rover 218
Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,796 cc
S65 SRDMOT history
S65 SRD is a blue petrol Rover 218 first used on 10 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 90,214 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 29 Apr 2027
- Mileage
- 90,214 mi
- At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
- MOT tests
- 26
- 21 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 1,736 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- S65 SRD
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Rover
- Model
- 218
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,796 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1998
- First used
- 10 Sept 1998
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 20 Apr 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
S65 SRD was last recorded at 90,214 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 493 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.
Mileage went down between tests
- 6 Mar 2009: 63,301 miles, lower than 65,340 miles on 5 Mar 2008.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 89,721 miles · 30 Apr 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 493 miles
- Average per year
- 1,736 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 90,214 miles
- 2025 – 89,721 miles
- 2024 – 89,109 miles
- 2023 – 87,952 miles
- 2022 – 87,225 miles
- 2021 – 87,044 miles
- 2020 – 86,990 miles
- 2019 – 86,255 miles
- 2018 – 85,483 miles
- 2017 – 84,517 miles
- 2016 – 83,422 miles
- 2015 – 82,314 miles
- 2014 – 81,198 miles
- 2013 – 80,022 miles
- 2012 – 78,667 miles
- 2011 – 77,090 miles
- 2010 – 73,513 miles
- 2009 – 63,301 miles
- 2008 – 65,340 miles
- 2007 – 60,168 miles
- 2006 – 55,290 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
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 Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2023
Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2023
Front exhaust deteriorating
Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Full MOT history
26 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass90,214 miles (+493)12 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Apr 2027
- Odometer
- 90,214 miles
- Test number
- 416236835929
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
Pass89,721 miles14 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Apr 2026
- Odometer
- 89,721 miles
- Test number
- 311188237257
- AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on underside
- AdvisoryNearside Front Fog lamp not working
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Both mountings (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes worn/splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension components corroded
Fail89,721 miles (+612)3 repaired14 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 89,721 miles
- Test number
- 850072010878
- Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorated
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on underside
- AdvisoryNearside Front Fog lamp not working
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Both mountings (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes worn/splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension components corroded
Pass89,109 miles (+1,157)13 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Apr 2025
- Odometer
- 89,109 miles
- Test number
- 724215321029
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront exhaust deteriorating
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside vehicle body sill starting to corrode
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass87,952 miles12 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Apr 2024
- Odometer
- 87,952 miles
- Test number
- 186006649194
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront exhaust deteriorating
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryReversing light not working
Fail87,952 miles (+727)4 major2 minor14 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 87,952 miles
- Test number
- 666769987233
- MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective starting to split (3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective starting to split (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront exhaust deteriorating
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryReversing light not working
Pass87,225 miles (+181)10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2023
- Odometer
- 87,225 miles
- Test number
- 798759979693
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront exhaust deteriorating
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass87,044 miles (+54)1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2022
- Odometer
- 87,044 miles
- Test number
- 131186602044
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront exhaust deteriorating
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake slightly binding
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass86,990 miles7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2021
- Odometer
- 86,990 miles
- Test number
- 882929113942
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre tread cracking
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre tread cracking
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail86,990 miles (+735)2 dangerous7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 86,990 miles
- Test number
- 628012576243
- DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
- DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre tread cracking
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre tread cracking
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass86,255 miles (+772)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2020
- Odometer
- 86,255 miles
- Test number
- 172193361768
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass85,483 miles (+966)
- MOT expiry
- 15 Mar 2019
- Odometer
- 85,483 miles
- Test number
- 759971317582
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass84,517 miles (+1,095)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Mar 2018
- Odometer
- 84,517 miles
- Test number
- 282593215920
- AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Pass83,422 miles (+1,108)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Mar 2017
- Odometer
- 83,422 miles
- Test number
- 569670593114
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryExhaust corroded
Pass82,314 miles (+1,116)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Mar 2016
- Odometer
- 82,314 miles
- Test number
- 667299845042
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass81,198 miles (+1,176)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 15 Mar 2015
- Odometer
- 81,198 miles
- Test number
- 239789644002
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Pass80,022 miles (+1,355)
- MOT expiry
- 15 Mar 2014
- Odometer
- 80,022 miles
- Test number
- 758997453047
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass78,667 miles (+15)
- MOT expiry
- 15 Mar 2013
- Odometer
- 78,667 miles
- Test number
- 489532152056
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail78,652 miles (+1,562)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 78,652 miles
- Test number
- 126658042480
- FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Pass77,090 miles (+3,577)
- MOT expiry
- 15 Mar 2012
- Odometer
- 77,090 miles
- Test number
- 586235971008
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass73,513 miles (+10,212)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Mar 2011
- Odometer
- 73,513 miles
- Test number
- 251703260046
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass63,301 miles (-2,039)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Mar 2010
- Odometer
- 63,301 miles
- Test number
- 630845669074
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass65,340 miles
- MOT expiry
- 8 Mar 2009
- Odometer
- 65,340 miles
- Test number
- 800655268079
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail65,340 miles (+5,172)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 65,340 miles
- Test number
- 804875168092
- FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Pass60,168 miles (+4,878)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Mar 2008
- Odometer
- 60,168 miles
- Test number
- 270194567087
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass55,290 miles
- MOT expiry
- 8 Mar 2007
- Odometer
- 55,290 miles
- Test number
- 163388166426
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about S65 SRD
- Does S65 SRD currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S65 SRD is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
- When is the MOT due on S65 SRD?
- The MOT on S65 SRD is valid until 29 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has S65 SRD done?
- S65 SRD was recorded at 90,214 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 1,736 miles a year.
- Has S65 SRD ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. S65 SRD has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2025.
- Has the mileage on S65 SRD ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Mar 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on S65 SRD find?
- S65 SRD passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 12 advisories: front anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 9 more.
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