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Rover 95

Black · Petrol · 1963 · 2,625 cc

VCL 825MOT history

VCL 825 is a black petrol Rover 95 first used on 28 Jun 1963. Its MOT expired on 19 Apr 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 15,521 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Apr 2023
Mileage
15,521 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
785 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
VCL 825
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Rover
Model
95
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,625 cc
Year of manufacture
1963
First used
28 Jun 1963
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

VCL 825 was last recorded at 15,521 miles on 3 Apr 2023, 1,063 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
14,458 miles · 29 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
1,063 miles
Average per year
785 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 15,521 miles
  • 2022 – 14,458 miles
  • 2021 – 12,906 miles
  • 2020 – 11,504 miles
  • 2019 – 10,010 miles
  • 2018 – 8,201 miles
  • 2017 – 8,201 miles
  • 2016 – 7,065 miles
  • 2015 – 6,120 miles
  • 2014 – 5,151 miles
  • 2013 – 4,086 miles
  • 2012 – 3,544 miles
  • 2011 – 3,481 miles
  • 2010 – 3,398 miles
  • 2009 – 3,312 miles
  • 2008 – 2,707 miles
  • 2007 – 2,496 miles
  • 2006 – 2,445 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail15,521 miles
  • MajorNearside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill x2 (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch to sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wing x2 (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill to arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

22 tests since 5 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail15,521 miles (+1,063)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,521 miles
    Test number
    282098698006
    • MajorNearside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill x2 (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch to sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wing x2 (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill to arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass14,458 miles (+1,552)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    14,458 miles
    Test number
    377119072092
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass12,906 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    12,906 miles
    Test number
    962845774868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail12,906 miles (+1,402)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,906 miles
    Test number
    518088884996
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass11,504 miles (+1,494)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    11,504 miles
    Test number
    228455577582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass10,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    10,010 miles
    Test number
    751218337328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail10,010 miles (+1,809)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,010 miles
    Test number
    103574481162
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting n/s and o/s (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  8. Pass8,201 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    8,201 miles
    Test number
    145499998194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail8,201 miles (+1,136)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,201 miles
    Test number
    805457444355
    • FailureBody or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings o/s front chassie (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings a post (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill x2 (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  10. Pass7,065 miles (+945)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    7,065 miles
    Test number
    840588656617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass6,120 miles (+969)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    6,120 miles
    Test number
    716552495068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass5,151 miles (+1,065)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    5,151 miles
    Test number
    368659094017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass4,086 miles (+542)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    4,086 miles
    Test number
    108975093004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

  14. Pass3,544 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    3,544 miles
    Test number
    239668832049
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

  15. Fail3,530 miles (+49)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,530 miles
    Test number
    448331732038
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • NoteO/s wing miror slight damage also loose

  16. Pass3,481 miles (+83)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    3,481 miles
    Test number
    395974571105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

  17. Pass3,398 miles (+86)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    3,398 miles
    Test number
    960382750183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass3,312 miles (+605)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    3,312 miles
    Test number
    300228149175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre cracks in road face

  19. Pass2,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    2,707 miles
    Test number
    973908808316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail2,707 miles (+211)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,707 miles
    Test number
    863123308316
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass2,496 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    2,496 miles
    Test number
    810071577279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass2,445 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    2,445 miles
    Test number
    504447816205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about VCL 825

What vehicle is registration VCL 825 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show VCL 825 on a black petrol Rover 95 first used on 28 Jun 1963. 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 VCL 825 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on VCL 825 expired on 19 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on VCL 825?
The MOT on VCL 825 expired on 19 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has VCL 825 done?
VCL 825 was recorded at 15,521 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2023, an average of 785 miles a year.
Has VCL 825 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. VCL 825 has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on VCL 825 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 VCL 825 find?
VCL 825 failed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2023 with 5 major defects: nearside inner integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill x2; offside front inner integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch to sill; offside front inner integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wing x2, and 2 more.

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