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Rover 75

Green · Petrol · 2000 · 2,497 cc

X742 SDXMOT history

X742 SDX is a green petrol Rover 75 first used on 18 Dec 2000. Its MOT expired on 14 Sept 2024 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 101,169 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Sept 2024
Mileage
101,169 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,371 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X742 SDX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
75
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
18 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

X742 SDX was last recorded at 101,169 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 954 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,215 miles · 5 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
954 miles
Average per year
3,371 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,169 miles
  • 2023 – 100,215 miles
  • 2022 – 93,074 miles
  • 2021 – 91,206 miles
  • 2020 – 88,632 miles
  • 2019 – 86,171 miles
  • 2018 – 82,614 miles
  • 2017 – 79,812 miles
  • 2016 – 76,704 miles
  • 2015 – 73,659 miles
  • 2014 – 69,465 miles
  • 2013 – 63,826 miles
  • 2012 – 59,293 miles
  • 2011 – 53,753 miles
  • 2010 – 51,761 miles
  • 2009 – 49,089 miles
  • 2008 – 43,626 miles
  • 2007 – 40,714 miles
  • 2006 – 35,457 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail101,169 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • MajorFront Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill Holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorSteering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorRear Tyre obviously under inflated Both sides (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Front & Rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded N/S/F & N/S/R (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on outside edge & has a cut but not deep enough to reach ply/cord (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryVarious underbody, brake & suspension components corroded

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.

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • N/s mirror glass smashed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail101,169 miles (+954)1 dangerous12 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,169 miles
    Test number
    994199199431
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill Holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Tyre obviously under inflated Both sides (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Front & Rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded N/S/F & N/S/R (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on outside edge & has a cut but not deep enough to reach ply/cord (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryVarious underbody, brake & suspension components corroded

  2. Pass100,215 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    100,215 miles
    Test number
    907061876792
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail100,215 miles (+7,141)1 dangerous1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,215 miles
    Test number
    291278953563
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass93,074 miles (+1,868)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    93,074 miles
    Test number
    363110978956
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Top mount noisey
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass91,206 miles (+2,574)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    91,206 miles
    Test number
    998033807421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass88,632 miles (+2,461)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    88,632 miles
    Test number
    412824483011
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryN/s mirror glass damaged

  7. Pass86,171 miles (+3,557)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    86,171 miles
    Test number
    129023362527
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged crack in the mirror galss

  8. Pass82,614 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    82,614 miles
    Test number
    240951723023
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s mirror glass smashed

  9. Fail82,614 miles (+2,802)1 major1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,614 miles
    Test number
    638833202450
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s mirror glass smashed

  10. Pass79,812 miles (+3,108)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    79,812 miles
    Test number
    967372317133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  11. Pass76,704 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    76,704 miles
    Test number
    984679186949
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged glass
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance lens broken (1.4.A.2e)

  12. Fail76,703 miles (+3,044)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,703 miles
    Test number
    546560603306
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged glass
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass73,659 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    73,659 miles
    Test number
    790125865379
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  14. Fail73,659 miles (+4,194)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,659 miles
    Test number
    574381533997
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  15. Pass69,465 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    69,465 miles
    Test number
    486011254209
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail69,465 miles (+5,639)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,465 miles
    Test number
    865401054272
    • 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)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass63,826 miles (+1)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    63,826 miles
    Test number
    485308743288
    • NoteBoth front lower suspension arm, rear bushes are cracked to limit and have play in them
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are perishing/cracking in the tread
    • NoteThe rear n/s wheel is noisey when spun from around the brake area

  18. Fail63,825 miles (+4,532)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,825 miles
    Test number
    595037543278
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBoth front lower suspension arm, rear bushes are cracked to limit and have play in them
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are perishing/cracking in the tread
    • NoteThe rear n/s wheel is noisey when spun from around the brake area

  19. Pass59,293 miles (+62)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    59,293 miles
    Test number
    129506652206
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail59,231 miles (+5,478)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,231 miles
    Test number
    756345252274
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass53,753 miles (+1,992)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    53,753 miles
    Test number
    938379141205
    • NoteFront to rear metal brake pipe starting to corroded around clips
    • NoteNearside door mirror glass cracked
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge, nearside front starting to wear
    • NoteRear exhaust box deteriorated

  22. Pass51,761 miles7 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    51,761 miles
    Test number
    314984440261
    • NoteNear side and offside front tyres worn inner and outer edges
    • NoteNear side front door mirror glass cracked -vision not impaired
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded -=not leaking
    • NoteSlight surface corrosion to front near side and offside inner faces of brake discs
    • NoteSlight surface corrosion to near side and offside front flexible brake ferrules
    • NoteSlight surface corrosion to near side metal front brake pipe adjacent to flexible pipe
    • NoteSlight surface corrosion to near side rear and offside rear faces of brake discs

  23. Fail51,761 miles (+2,672)1 failure7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,761 miles
    Test number
    334584940455
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteNear side and offside front tyres worn inner and outer edges
    • NoteNear side front door mirror glass cracked -vision not impaired
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded -=not leaking
    • NoteSlight surface corrosion to front near side and offside inner faces of brake discs
    • NoteSlight surface corrosion to near side and offside front flexible brake ferrules
    • NoteSlight surface corrosion to near side metal front brake pipe adjacent to flexible pipe
    • NoteSlight surface corrosion to near side rear and offside rear faces of brake discs

  24. Pass49,089 miles (+5,463)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    49,089 miles
    Test number
    661520259204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass43,626 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    43,626 miles
    Test number
    344615758229
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

  26. Fail43,626 miles (+2,912)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,626 miles
    Test number
    440405358269
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

  27. Pass40,714 miles (+5,257)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    40,714 miles
    Test number
    910663247219
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  28. Pass35,457 miles (+102)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    35,457 miles
    Test number
    760208256208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail35,355 miles1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,355 miles
    Test number
    662447156269
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust system starting to corrode in places
    • NoteRear brake pad sgetting low

Questions about X742 SDX

Does X742 SDX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X742 SDX expired on 14 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X742 SDX?
The MOT on X742 SDX expired on 14 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X742 SDX done?
X742 SDX was recorded at 101,169 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 3,371 miles a year.
Has X742 SDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X742 SDX has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on X742 SDX 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 X742 SDX find?
X742 SDX failed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 12 major defects, 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: offside front tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/65/15; emissions unable to be completed; exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration, and 20 more.

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