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Rover 420

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,994 cc

T282 EFJMOT history

T282 EFJ is a red petrol Rover 420 first used on 16 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 83,602 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Feb 2027
Mileage
83,602 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,649 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T282 EFJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
420
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
16 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T282 EFJ was last recorded at 83,602 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,589 miles · 12 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
1,649 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,602 miles
  • 2025 – 83,589 miles
  • 2024 – 83,569 miles
  • 2022 – 83,538 miles
  • 2021 – 83,334 miles
  • 2020 – 82,971 miles
  • 2019 – 81,772 miles
  • 2018 – 80,329 miles
  • 2017 – 78,844 miles
  • 2016 – 76,881 miles
  • 2015 – 75,035 miles
  • 2014 – 73,198 miles
  • 2013 – 70,794 miles
  • 2012 – 68,562 miles
  • 2011 – 66,017 miles
  • 2010 – 63,398 miles
  • 2009 – 60,325 miles
  • 2008 – 53,449 miles
  • 2007 – 52,088 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,602 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Tyres are starting to perish.

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Sill covers fitted to both outer sill panels

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 8 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,602 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    83,602 miles
    Test number
    346067551478
    • AdvisoryRear Tyres are starting to perish.

  2. Pass83,589 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    83,589 miles
    Test number
    910916215363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass83,569 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    83,569 miles
    Test number
    347067981120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass83,538 miles (+204)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    83,538 miles
    Test number
    591068263244
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted - signs of corrosion but full inspection not possible

  5. Pass83,334 miles (+363)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    83,334 miles
    Test number
    147769149075
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers are fitted

  6. Pass82,971 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    82,971 miles
    Test number
    802564165148
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted to both outer sill panels

  7. Fail82,970 miles (+1,198)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,970 miles
    Test number
    468917461095
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted to both outer sill panels

  8. Pass81,772 miles (+1,443)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    81,772 miles
    Test number
    334353481974
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass80,329 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    80,329 miles
    Test number
    293480858164
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail80,328 miles (+1,484)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,328 miles
    Test number
    507656710470
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass78,844 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    78,844 miles
    Test number
    629158537413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail78,825 miles (+1,944)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,825 miles
    Test number
    872149133107
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer wheel arch (5.2.6)

  13. Pass76,881 miles (+1,846)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    76,881 miles
    Test number
    567760272972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass75,035 miles (+1,837)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    75,035 miles
    Test number
    802761485191
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass73,198 miles (+2,404)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    73,198 miles
    Test number
    467916414482
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass70,794 miles (+2,232)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    70,794 miles
    Test number
    328409813305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail68,562 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,562 miles
    Test number
    479178622318
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteN/s/f floor going rusty

  18. Pass68,562 miles (+2,545)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    68,562 miles
    Test number
    999228622379
    • NoteN/s/f floor going rusty

  19. Pass66,017 miles (+2,619)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    66,017 miles
    Test number
    709100041341
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass63,398 miles (+3,073)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    63,398 miles
    Test number
    173337540348
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r brake disc pitted

  21. Pass60,325 miles (+4,073)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    60,325 miles
    Test number
    573073469370
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass56,252 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    56,252 miles
    Test number
    151755609443
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Fail56,252 miles (+2,803)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,252 miles
    Test number
    571345609022
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass53,449 miles (+1,361)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    53,449 miles
    Test number
    982677308011
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass52,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    52,088 miles
    Test number
    102638307488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T282 EFJ

Does T282 EFJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T282 EFJ is valid until 15 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T282 EFJ?
The MOT on T282 EFJ is valid until 15 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T282 EFJ done?
T282 EFJ was recorded at 83,602 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 1,649 miles a year.
Has T282 EFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T282 EFJ has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on T282 EFJ 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 T282 EFJ find?
T282 EFJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: rear tyres are starting to perish..

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