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Rover 75

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 1,951 cc

S8 RAGMOT history

S8 RAG is a silver diesel Rover 75 first used on 28 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 4 May 2024 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 131,295 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 4 May 2024
Mileage
131,295 mi
At MOT on 3 May 2024
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,488 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 RAG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
75
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,951 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 May 2024
Latest MOT test
3 May 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

S8 RAG was last recorded at 131,295 miles on 3 May 2024, 4,390 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,905 miles · 5 May 2023
Between the last two tests
4,390 miles
Average per year
3,488 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 131,295 miles
  • 2023 – 126,905 miles
  • 2022 – 121,637 miles
  • 2021 – 114,951 miles
  • 2013 – 112,655 miles
  • 2012 – 109,415 miles
  • 2011 – 104,327 miles
  • 2010 – 97,835 miles
  • 2009 – 89,291 miles
  • 2008 – 83,113 miles
  • 2007 – 77,346 miles
  • 2005 – 71,818 miles
  • 2004 – 63,736 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail131,295 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working also lense broken (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive quadrant (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arms front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded and deteriorating

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Both rear anti roll bar link dust cover perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Dec 2004, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail131,295 miles (+4,390)5 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,295 miles
    Test number
    709537358641
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working also lense broken (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive quadrant (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arms front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded and deteriorating

  2. Pass126,905 miles (+56)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    126,905 miles
    Test number
    758041871298
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear anti roll bar link dust cover perishing

  3. Fail126,849 miles (+5,212)1 dangerous1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,849 miles
    Test number
    944663532099
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear anti roll bar link dust cover perishing

  4. Pass121,637 miles (+6)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    121,637 miles
    Test number
    618551244286
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp images poor
    • AdvisorySteering rack damp
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle undersealed

  5. Fail121,631 miles (+6,680)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,631 miles
    Test number
    440339093647
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp images poor
    • AdvisorySteering rack damp
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle undersealed

  6. Pass114,951 miles (+2,296)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2022
    Odometer
    114,951 miles
    Test number
    898748651976
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle coated in protective paint

  7. Pass112,655 miles (+3,240)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    112,655 miles
    Test number
    747764943010
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass109,415 miles (+44)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    109,415 miles
    Test number
    106624742406
    • NoteHandbrake travel
    • NoteO/s front tyre getting low on edges

  9. Fail109,371 miles (+5,044)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,371 miles
    Test number
    329120342020
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteHandbrake travel
    • NoteO/s front tyre getting low on edges

  10. Pass104,327 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    104,327 miles
    Test number
    987860941062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail104,327 miles (+6,492)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,327 miles
    Test number
    188640041417
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass97,835 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    97,835 miles
    Test number
    161872740459
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs lipped
    • NoteO/s rear tyre getting low
    • NoteSlight damage to n/s front flexi

  13. Fail97,835 miles (+8,544)6 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,835 miles
    Test number
    392142640076
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs lipped
    • NoteO/s rear tyre getting low
    • NoteSlight damage to n/s front flexi

  14. Fail89,291 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,291 miles
    Test number
    123241149085
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  15. Pass89,291 miles (+6,178)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    89,291 miles
    Test number
    803561449086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass83,113 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    83,113 miles
    Test number
    224656148088
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  17. Fail83,113 miles (+5,767)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,113 miles
    Test number
    341996748096
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  18. Pass77,346 miles (+5,528)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    77,346 miles
    Test number
    571064207071
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass71,818 miles (+8,082)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    71,818 miles
    Test number
    443802465442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass63,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2005
    Odometer
    63,736 miles
    Test number
    863199865245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 RAG

Does S8 RAG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S8 RAG expired on 4 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S8 RAG?
The MOT on S8 RAG expired on 4 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S8 RAG done?
S8 RAG was recorded at 131,295 miles at its MOT on 3 May 2024, an average of 3,488 miles a year.
Has S8 RAG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 RAG has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 May 2024.
Has the mileage on S8 RAG 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 S8 RAG find?
S8 RAG failed its latest MOT on 3 May 2024 with 5 major defects, 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear inner bush; nearside windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively; offside front direction indicator not working also lense broken, and 12 more.

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