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Rover 75

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

V79 DYJMOT history

V79 DYJ is a grey petrol Rover 75 first used on 13 Nov 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 144,044 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
144,044 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,296 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V79 DYJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
75
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V79 DYJ was last recorded at 144,044 miles on 7 May 2026, 6,175 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,869 miles · 15 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
6,175 miles
Average per year
5,296 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,044 miles
  • 2023 – 137,869 miles
  • 2022 – 137,412 miles
  • 2021 – 136,347 miles
  • 2020 – 135,588 miles
  • 2019 – 134,338 miles
  • 2018 – 132,539 miles
  • 2017 – 130,942 miles
  • 2016 – 128,925 miles
  • 2015 – 126,217 miles
  • 2014 – 120,377 miles
  • 2013 – 113,438 miles
  • 2012 – 105,955 miles
  • 2011 – 99,591 miles
  • 2010 – 85,232 miles
  • 2009 – 70,243 miles
  • 2008 – 55,849 miles
  • 2006 – 46,922 miles
  • 2005 – 34,800 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,044 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2022

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 20 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,044 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    144,044 miles
    Test number
    427641410629
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail144,044 miles (+6,175)1 repaired2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,044 miles
    Test number
    470556846870
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass137,869 miles (+457)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    137,869 miles
    Test number
    457396700829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass137,412 miles (+2)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    137,412 miles
    Test number
    961166208973
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp tell-tale just visable - digital screen degraded

  5. Fail137,410 miles (+1,063)4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,410 miles
    Test number
    230505881273
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp tell-tale just visable - digital screen degraded

  6. Pass136,347 miles (+759)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    136,347 miles
    Test number
    159100009250
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack boot (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight pattern poor
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone rear bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass135,588 miles (+1,250)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    135,588 miles
    Test number
    790651072182
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone rear bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass134,338 miles (+1,799)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    134,338 miles
    Test number
    407422606809
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass132,539 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    132,539 miles
    Test number
    154814859883
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Fail132,537 miles (+1,595)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,537 miles
    Test number
    819437928838
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cracked / perished
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass130,942 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    130,942 miles
    Test number
    462880681287
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both front (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust is deteriorated and noisy
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded Both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres are wearing thin on inner edges and are cracking
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres are cracking

  12. Fail130,933 miles (+2,008)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,933 miles
    Test number
    309597401426
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both front (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust is deteriorated and noisy
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded Both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres are wearing thin on inner edges and are cracking
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres are cracking

  13. Pass128,925 miles (+2,708)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    128,925 miles
    Test number
    335428188725
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both front (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryTyres starting to crack in tread areas

  14. Pass126,217 miles (+5,840)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    126,217 miles
    Test number
    997618075051
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass120,377 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    120,377 miles
    Test number
    366253984053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail120,370 miles (+6,932)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,370 miles
    Test number
    177893184420
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass113,438 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    113,438 miles
    Test number
    228707773052
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail113,431 miles (+7,476)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,431 miles
    Test number
    935107973040
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass105,955 miles (+6,364)10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    105,955 miles
    Test number
    506099572005
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass99,591 miles (+14,359)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    99,591 miles
    Test number
    705641791093
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  21. Pass85,232 miles (+14,989)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    85,232 miles
    Test number
    900211080018
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass70,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    70,243 miles
    Test number
    820185579003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail70,243 miles (+14,394)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,243 miles
    Test number
    863325179051
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass55,849 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    55,849 miles
    Test number
    274711498050
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Fail55,849 miles (+8,927)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,849 miles
    Test number
    914651098061
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass46,922 miles (+12,122)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    46,922 miles
    Test number
    561569486295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass34,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    34,800 miles
    Test number
    561613565220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V79 DYJ

Does V79 DYJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V79 DYJ is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V79 DYJ?
The MOT on V79 DYJ is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V79 DYJ done?
V79 DYJ was recorded at 144,044 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 5,296 miles a year.
Has V79 DYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V79 DYJ has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on V79 DYJ 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 V79 DYJ find?
V79 DYJ passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 7 more.

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