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Y679 MBM

2001 Rover 75

Red Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests34 (20 pass, 14 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

111,665 mi
Last recorded111,665 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Rover 7584,636 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY679 MBM
MakeRover
Model75
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

20 pass 14 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 111,665 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2026 111,664 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Fail 12 Nov 2025 111,562 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 109,516 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 106,960 miles

Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 21 Nov 2023 106,960 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 10 Nov 2023 106,926 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 105,030 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under the floor few places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

plastic cover fitted top of the engine and under the floor

Pass 13 Sep 2021 102,662 miles

Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively few places (1.6 (d))

Coil spring corroded all four front and back (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated just pass 16% (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources both sides light is dim (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under the floor few places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

plastic cover fitted top of the engine and under the engine

Pass 11 Aug 2020 101,844 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced covered in sealant (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced covered in sealant (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear subframe and suspension components corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under vehicle has corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 99,480 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 13 Apr 2019 99,480 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 97,929 miles

Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 96,196 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 94,593 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2016 94,593 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 8 Apr 2015 92,342 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 92,342 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 89,587 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2014 89,587 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2013 85,379 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2012 82,235 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2012 82,235 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 80,036 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 80,036 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 75,764 miles

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

Fail 12 Mar 2010 75,764 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 73,089 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 73,089 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 68,100 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 68,100 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 63,521 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2006 58,629 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 20 Feb 2006 58,629 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 75?

Based on 1,365,354 MOT tests across 103,127 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
5,824
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
103,127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 82,341
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67,582
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36,066
Registration plate lamp not working 33,396
Direction indicator incorrect colour 27,329
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Y679 MBM is a 2001 Rover 75 in Red with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 34 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 2001 Rover 75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 84,636 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Rover 75 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 82,341 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y679 MBM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 75 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Rover 75 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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Y679 MBM is a 2001 Rover 75, first registered on 30 March 2001.

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