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Rover 414

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,396 cc

T481 VONMOT history

T481 VON is a red petrol Rover 414 first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Jul 2025 and it has passed 19 of 34 MOT tests, with 148,992 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Jul 2025
Mileage
148,992 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2024
MOT tests
34
19 passed · 15 failed
Per year
6,068 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T481 VON
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
414
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T481 VON was last recorded at 148,992 miles on 3 Jul 2024, 7,809 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jul 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Jul 2010: 64,740 miles, lower than 64,746 miles on 30 Jun 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
141,183 miles · 6 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
7,809 miles
Average per year
6,068 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 148,992 miles
  • 2023 – 141,183 miles
  • 2022 – 133,383 miles
  • 2021 – 128,019 miles
  • 2020 – 121,763 miles
  • 2019 – 117,357 miles
  • 2018 – 112,181 miles
  • 2017 – 107,539 miles
  • 2016 – 100,922 miles
  • 2015 – 94,579 miles
  • 2014 – 87,931 miles
  • 2013 – 80,849 miles
  • 2012 – 74,612 miles
  • 2011 – 69,679 miles
  • 2010 – 64,740 miles
  • 2009 – 59,959 miles
  • 2008 – 54,240 miles
  • 2007 – 47,924 miles
  • 2006 – 39,876 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,992 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leaking excessively from engine

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

34 tests since 10 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,992 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    148,992 miles
    Test number
    820677718624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail148,992 miles (+7,809)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,992 miles
    Test number
    375751790581
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass141,183 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    141,183 miles
    Test number
    658237003345
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail141,183 miles (+7,800)1 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,183 miles
    Test number
    622748649459
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass133,383 miles (+61)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    133,383 miles
    Test number
    188468855090
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension components corroded

  6. Fail133,322 miles (+5,303)9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,322 miles
    Test number
    908759715678
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength outersill and rear of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides through flitch panel (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play slightly stiff with creaking noise (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass128,019 miles (+3)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    128,019 miles
    Test number
    827947712591
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipe seeping

  8. Fail128,016 miles (+6,253)1 dangerous8 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,016 miles
    Test number
    956100920499
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill 2 places (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill 3 places (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting both inner arches (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipe seeping

  9. Pass121,763 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    121,763 miles
    Test number
    411559233548
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot struts worn
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front floor slightly corroded

  10. Fail121,763 miles (+4,406)1 repaired2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,763 miles
    Test number
    185001324730
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot struts worn
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front floor slightly corroded

  11. Pass117,357 miles (+5,176)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    117,357 miles
    Test number
    284445759619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass112,181 miles (+48)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    112,181 miles
    Test number
    785916539052
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front floor to chassis slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear trailing arm bushes slightly worn.

  13. Fail112,133 miles (+30)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,133 miles
    Test number
    136131153325
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 0.71% (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front floor to chassis slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear trailing arm bushes slightly worn.

  14. Fail112,103 miles (+4,564)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,103 miles
    Test number
    410229088925
    • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

  15. Pass107,539 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    107,539 miles
    Test number
    454366047843
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted

  16. Fail107,535 miles (+6,613)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,535 miles
    Test number
    884824727420
    • DangerousNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement x2 (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted

  17. Pass100,922 miles (+98)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    100,922 miles
    Test number
    125237653895
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Fail100,824 miles (+6,245)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,824 miles
    Test number
    948133521134
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  19. Pass94,579 miles (+6,648)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    94,579 miles
    Test number
    797055995163
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass87,931 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    87,931 miles
    Test number
    347677094166
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront lower arms rusty
    • NoteNear side front tyre 2mm

  21. Fail87,931 miles (+7,082)6 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,931 miles
    Test number
    239806194455
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront lower arms rusty
    • NoteNear side front tyre 2mm

  22. Pass80,849 miles (+1)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    80,849 miles
    Test number
    929590293185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Fail80,848 miles (+6,236)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,848 miles
    Test number
    487497783162
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass74,612 miles (+4,933)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    74,612 miles
    Test number
    679469782125
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brakes require vattention

  25. Pass69,679 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    69,679 miles
    Test number
    138420981145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail69,679 miles (+4,939)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,679 miles
    Test number
    228846671132
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  27. Pass64,740 miles (-6)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    64,740 miles
    Test number
    214166080103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail64,746 miles (+4,787)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,746 miles
    Test number
    891821480106
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  29. Pass59,959 miles (+102)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    59,959 miles
    Test number
    742810599168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail59,857 miles (+5,617)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,857 miles
    Test number
    941184689187
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  31. Pass54,240 miles (+75)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    54,240 miles
    Test number
    893822898166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail54,165 miles (+6,241)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,165 miles
    Test number
    272847388445
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  33. Pass47,924 miles (+8,048)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    47,924 miles
    Test number
    182988687108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass39,876 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    39,876 miles
    Test number
    284061096172
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about T481 VON

Does T481 VON currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T481 VON expired on 13 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T481 VON?
The MOT on T481 VON expired on 13 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T481 VON done?
T481 VON was recorded at 148,992 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2024, an average of 6,068 miles a year.
Has T481 VON ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T481 VON has failed 15 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T481 VON ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Jul 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T481 VON find?
T481 VON passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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