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Rover 90

Black · Petrol · 1958 · 2,638 cc

TFK 838MOT history

TFK 838 is a black petrol Rover 90 first used on 4 Jul 1958. Its MOT expired on 29 Jan 2026 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 38,540 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Jan 2026
Mileage
38,540 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2025
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
552 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
TFK 838
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Rover
Model
90
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,638 cc
Year of manufacture
1958
First used
4 Jul 1958
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

TFK 838 was last recorded at 38,540 miles on 30 Jan 2025, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
38,527 miles · 29 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
552 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 38,540 miles
  • 2018 – 36,042 miles
  • 2012 – 33,595 miles
  • 2011 – 33,219 miles
  • 2010 – 32,516 miles
  • 2009 – 32,138 miles
  • 2008 – 30,365 miles
  • 2007 – 29,487 miles
  • 2006 – 28,268 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass38,540 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySlight play in o/s front king pinRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

14 tests since 21 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass38,540 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    38,540 miles
    Test number
    309460237204
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s front king pin

  2. Fail38,527 miles (+2,485)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,527 miles
    Test number
    634772005912
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced mounting point (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s front king pin

  3. Pass36,042 miles (+2,447)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    36,042 miles
    Test number
    204377071184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass33,595 miles (+376)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    33,595 miles
    Test number
    295853872481
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in all wheel bearings

  5. Pass33,219 miles (+22)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    33,219 miles
    Test number
    557785361115
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  6. Fail33,197 miles (+681)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,197 miles
    Test number
    279940961166
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  7. Fail32,516 miles2 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,516 miles
    Test number
    251151280425
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake clevis joint worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
    • NoteInterior mirror slightly deteriorated
    • NotePlay in all wheel bearings
    • NoteVarious areas of corrosion

  8. Pass32,516 miles (+378)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    32,516 miles
    Test number
    980921980156
    • AdvisoryRear Brake clevis joint worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
    • NoteInterior mirror slightly deteriorated
    • NotePlay in all wheel bearings
    • NoteVarious areas of corrosion

  9. Pass32,138 miles (+12)3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    32,138 miles
    Test number
    282561489403
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCorrosion n/s
    • NoteCorrosion n/s & o/s b piller base.
    • NoteCorrosion o/s
    • NoteRear reg plate slightly discoloured.
    • NoteSlight play in o/s king pin

  10. Fail32,126 miles (+1,761)6 failures3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,126 miles
    Test number
    501870089158
    • FailureNearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCorrosion n/s
    • NoteCorrosion o/s
    • NoteRear reg plate slightly discoloured.
    • NoteSlight play in o/s king pin

  11. Pass30,365 miles (+878)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    30,365 miles
    Test number
    651193188198
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNsf osr nsr tyres starting to perish

  12. Pass29,487 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    29,487 miles
    Test number
    860255567176
    • NoteAs per test no-953664467105

  13. Fail29,487 miles (+1,219)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,487 miles
    Test number
    953664467105
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteEngine oil leaks
    • NoteOsf brake sticking slightly
    • NoteSlight oil leak nsr drum

  14. Pass28,268 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    28,268 miles
    Test number
    131862476121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about TFK 838

What vehicle is registration TFK 838 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show TFK 838 on a black petrol Rover 90 first used on 4 Jul 1958. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does TFK 838 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on TFK 838 expired on 29 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on TFK 838?
The MOT on TFK 838 expired on 29 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has TFK 838 done?
TFK 838 was recorded at 38,540 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2025, an average of 552 miles a year.
Has TFK 838 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. TFK 838 has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on TFK 838 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 TFK 838 find?
TFK 838 passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2025 with 3 advisories: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel; slight play in o/s front king pin.

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