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Rover 45

Grey · Petrol · 2000 · 1,396 cc

X797 RDNMOT history

X797 RDN is a grey petrol Rover 45 first used on 30 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 35 MOT tests, with 96,418 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
96,418 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
35
22 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,601 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X797 RDN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
45
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
30 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X797 RDN was last recorded at 96,418 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 731 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,687 miles · 2 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
731 miles
Average per year
2,601 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,418 miles
  • 2025 – 95,687 miles
  • 2024 – 95,026 miles
  • 2023 – 94,481 miles
  • 2022 – 94,079 miles
  • 2021 – 93,131 miles
  • 2020 – 92,263 miles
  • 2019 – 91,239 miles
  • 2018 – 90,103 miles
  • 2017 – 88,846 miles
  • 2016 – 87,456 miles
  • 2015 – 86,430 miles
  • 2014 – 85,500 miles
  • 2013 – 84,321 miles
  • 2012 – 83,175 miles
  • 2011 – 81,805 miles
  • 2010 – 80,182 miles
  • 2009 – 72,324 miles
  • 2008 – 65,072 miles
  • 2007 – 60,235 miles
  • 2006 – 50,235 miles
  • 2005 – 41,584 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,418 miles

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

35 tests since 7 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,418 miles (+731)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    96,418 miles
    Test number
    876716903467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass95,687 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    95,687 miles
    Test number
    705951508291
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail95,687 miles (+661)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,687 miles
    Test number
    432585288236
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension locking device ineffective ball joint pin (5.3.6 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass95,026 miles (+545)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    95,026 miles
    Test number
    329811852498
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  5. Pass94,481 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    94,481 miles
    Test number
    485285289852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail94,480 miles (+401)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,480 miles
    Test number
    498401967457
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass94,079 miles (+1)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    94,079 miles
    Test number
    827211469132
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail94,078 miles (+947)5 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,078 miles
    Test number
    626157007907
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass93,131 miles (+868)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    93,131 miles
    Test number
    819754009368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass92,263 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    92,263 miles
    Test number
    460172295666
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail92,261 miles (+1,022)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,261 miles
    Test number
    462008492049
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass91,239 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    91,239 miles
    Test number
    675126488302
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside & nearside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail91,239 miles (+1,136)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,239 miles
    Test number
    927999737994
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside & nearside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass90,103 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    90,103 miles
    Test number
    737928810652
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm 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))

  15. Fail90,103 miles1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,103 miles
    Test number
    909592050966
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (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 pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  16. Fail90,103 miles (+1,257)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,103 miles
    Test number
    545513284973
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm 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))

  17. Pass88,846 miles (+1,390)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    88,846 miles
    Test number
    711195236173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass87,456 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    87,456 miles
    Test number
    711166292894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail87,403 miles (+973)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,403 miles
    Test number
    144715985912
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  20. Pass86,430 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    86,430 miles
    Test number
    444538910695
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking

  21. Fail86,422 miles (+922)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,422 miles
    Test number
    227759113023
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-lock braking system component missing (3.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking

  22. Pass85,500 miles (+1,179)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    85,500 miles
    Test number
    265382154246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass84,321 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    84,321 miles
    Test number
    128919143231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail84,319 miles (+1,144)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,319 miles
    Test number
    448698443299
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  25. Pass83,175 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    83,175 miles
    Test number
    159572762286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail83,141 miles (+1,336)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,141 miles
    Test number
    686365652238
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  27. Pass81,805 miles (+1,623)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    81,805 miles
    Test number
    126935151274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass80,182 miles (+7,858)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    80,182 miles
    Test number
    693562750205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass72,324 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    72,324 miles
    Test number
    930753739255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Fail72,321 miles (+7,249)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,321 miles
    Test number
    380822839414
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  31. Pass65,072 miles (+4,837)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    65,072 miles
    Test number
    720683858281
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass60,235 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    60,235 miles
    Test number
    492804457298
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  33. Fail60,229 miles (+9,994)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,229 miles
    Test number
    344210357230
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  34. Pass50,235 miles (+8,651)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    50,235 miles
    Test number
    331958446469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass41,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    41,584 miles
    Test number
    172200255286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X797 RDN

Does X797 RDN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X797 RDN is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X797 RDN?
The MOT on X797 RDN is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X797 RDN done?
X797 RDN was recorded at 96,418 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 2,601 miles a year.
Has X797 RDN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X797 RDN has failed 13 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on X797 RDN 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 X797 RDN find?
X797 RDN passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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