Rover logo

Rover 214

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,396 cc

S740 OCKMOT history

S740 OCK is a red petrol Rover 214 first used on 30 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 13 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 124,143 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Oct 2027
Mileage
124,143 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,225 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for S740 OCK in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
S740 OCK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
214
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
30 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S740 OCK was last recorded at 124,143 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 35 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,108 miles · 19 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
35 miles
Average per year
2,225 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,143 miles
  • 2025 – 124,108 miles
  • 2024 – 123,784 miles
  • 2023 – 123,333 miles
  • 2022 – 123,128 miles
  • 2021 – 122,362 miles
  • 2020 – 120,201 miles
  • 2019 – 118,561 miles
  • 2018 – 117,304 miles
  • 2017 – 116,157 miles
  • 2016 – 115,792 miles
  • 2015 – 114,540 miles
  • 2014 – 112,891 miles
  • 2013 – 110,537 miles
  • 2012 – 108,189 miles
  • 2011 – 106,196 miles
  • 2010 – 104,711 miles
  • 2008 – 96,374 miles
  • 2006 – 79,810 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,143 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front body panel corroded not excessive
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAux belt crackingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil on exhaust system front

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure7 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Slight oil dampness around power steering rack

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 9 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,143 miles (+35)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    124,143 miles
    Test number
    330348641291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front body panel corroded not excessive
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAux belt cracking
    • AdvisoryOil on exhaust system front

  2. Pass124,108 miles (+324)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    124,108 miles
    Test number
    188303909193
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAux belt cracking
    • AdvisorySlight oil stain age around engine sump no leaks at time of test slight oil stain age around exhaust

  3. Pass123,784 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    123,784 miles
    Test number
    902647396499
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively both belts (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil dampness around engine sump level ok

  4. Fail123,784 miles (+451)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,784 miles
    Test number
    795175564306
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively both belts (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil dampness around engine sump level ok

  5. Pass123,333 miles (+205)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    123,333 miles
    Test number
    519731728799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass123,128 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    123,128 miles
    Test number
    732279600149
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail123,116 miles (+754)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,116 miles
    Test number
    304130507696
    • MajorCentral Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both rear outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass122,362 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    122,362 miles
    Test number
    784384938929
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Fail122,362 miles (+2,161)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,362 miles
    Test number
    515740899974
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass120,201 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    120,201 miles
    Test number
    282696190634
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil dampness around bottom of engine

  11. Fail120,201 miles (+1,640)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,201 miles
    Test number
    834232433749
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil dampness around bottom of engine

  12. Pass118,561 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    118,561 miles
    Test number
    425678203250
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s outer seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil dampness around bottom of engine
    • AdvisorySlight oil dampness around power steering rack

  13. Fail118,558 miles (+1,254)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,558 miles
    Test number
    403069256816
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s outer seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil dampness around bottom of engine
    • AdvisorySlight oil dampness around power steering rack

  14. Pass117,304 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    117,304 miles
    Test number
    244660274757
    • AdvisoryBoth inner /outer seals corroded
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryRear number plate fading
    • AdvisorySlight oil dampness around power steering rack

  15. Fail117,304 miles (+1,147)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,304 miles
    Test number
    518127685593
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth inner /outer seals corroded
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryRear number plate fading
    • AdvisorySlight oil dampness around power steering rack

  16. Pass116,157 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    116,157 miles
    Test number
    324648230521
    • AdvisoryEngine has oil leaks

  17. Fail116,157 miles (+365)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,157 miles
    Test number
    415830349353
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine has oil leaks

  18. Pass115,792 miles (+1,252)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    115,792 miles
    Test number
    388348204239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass114,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    114,540 miles
    Test number
    585180405118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail114,540 miles (+1,649)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,540 miles
    Test number
    979786285063
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass112,891 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    112,891 miles
    Test number
    545116584043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail112,891 miles (+2,354)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,891 miles
    Test number
    105125184005
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass110,537 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    110,537 miles
    Test number
    477197883000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront number plate is damaged
    • NoteN/s/r door check strap is broken

  24. Fail110,537 miles (+2,348)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,537 miles
    Test number
    776946483073
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront number plate is damaged
    • NoteN/s/r door check strap is broken

  25. Pass108,189 miles (+1,993)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    108,189 miles
    Test number
    996720782080
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteN/s door mirror glass is slightly cracked
    • NoteN/s/r door check strap is insecure

  26. Pass106,196 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    106,196 miles
    Test number
    765002881076
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteFront exhaust system corroded
    • NoteOffside rear outer sill corroded

  27. Fail106,196 miles (+1,485)6 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,196 miles
    Test number
    325231181053
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteFront exhaust system corroded
    • NoteOffside front washer jet partly blocked
    • NoteOffside rear outer sill corroded

  28. Pass104,711 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    104,711 miles
    Test number
    424848070018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail104,655 miles (+8,281)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,655 miles
    Test number
    940111360034
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  30. Pass96,374 miles (+118)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    96,374 miles
    Test number
    962825858106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail96,256 miles (+16,446)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,256 miles
    Test number
    194791358148
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • NoteNo coolant in coolant tank.

  32. Pass79,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    79,810 miles
    Test number
    641243916323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S740 OCK

Does S740 OCK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S740 OCK is valid until 13 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S740 OCK?
The MOT on S740 OCK is valid until 13 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S740 OCK done?
S740 OCK was recorded at 124,143 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 2,225 miles a year.
Has S740 OCK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S740 OCK has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on S740 OCK 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 S740 OCK find?
S740 OCK passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front body panel corroded not excessive; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner seal; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

Related registrations

Browse all S740 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.