COS3 - ROVER 75
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 15 days ago
The Rover 75, often referred to simply as the Rover 75, is a distinguished British luxury sedan renowned for its elegant design and refined driving experience. Manufactured by Rover between 1998 and 2005, this model marked a significant chapter in the brand’s history, blending traditional craftsmanship with modern technology. Known for its classic styling and comfortable interior, the Rover 75 was available with a range of petrol and diesel engines, offering a balance of performance and efficiency. Its sophisticated features and solid build quality have made it a sought-after choice among enthusiasts and collectors alike, embodying the best of British automotive heritage.
Vehicle Overview
Technical Details
Environmental Impact
Status & Compliance
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 21 MOT tests
The vehicle is a 2002 Rover 75, registration COS3, first registered in March 2002. It has a green exterior and a 1951cc diesel engine with CO2 emissions of 190 g/km. The car currently holds a valid MOT, with the latest test conducted in March 2025 and valid until March 2026. It has recorded a mileage of 76,561 miles. The vehicle is SORN and not taxed. Noteworthy mechanical advisories include corrosion on the offside rear coil spring, a slightly loose rear exhaust silencer, and a worn front suspension arm pin or bush, none of which are deemed dangerous.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
21
Passed Tests
17
Failed Tests
4
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 12 March 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 76,561 mi
Expires: 11 March 2026
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed - 01 February 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 76,561 mi
Expires: 31 January 2025
Failed - 24 January 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 76,558 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- Major Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Major Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Minor Defects:
- Minor Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory front fog lamp tell-tale not working
Passed - 17 January 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 76,542 mi
Expires: 16 January 2024
Passed - 19 November 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 76,503 mi
Expires: 18 November 2020
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- Advisory Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- Advisory Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- Advisory Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Passed - 21 August 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 75,910 mi
Expires: 20 August 2019
Minor Defects:
- Minor Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
Failed - 20 August 2018 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 75,908 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Dangerous Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
Minor Defects:
- Minor Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- Minor Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- Minor Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- Minor Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Passed - 28 February 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 70,937 mi
Expires: 09 March 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Nearside Front tyre casing perished
Passed - 23 February 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 67,225 mi
Expires: 09 March 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front tyre casing perished
- Advisory Offside Front tyre casing perished
- Advisory Nearside Rear tyre has nail in sidewall
- Advisory Offside Rear tyre casing perished
Passed - 09 March 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 63,772 mi
Expires: 09 March 2016
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Passed - 07 March 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 59,304 mi
Expires: 09 March 2015
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 06 March 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 54,645 mi
Expires: 09 March 2014
Passed - 07 March 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 50,485 mi
Expires: 09 March 2013
Failed - 07 March 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 50,485 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Failed - 10 March 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 45,467 mi
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Passed - 10 March 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 45,467 mi
Expires: 09 March 2012
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Passed - 08 March 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 40,629 mi
Expires: 09 March 2011
Passed - 10 March 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 36,313 mi
Expires: 09 March 2010
Passed - 26 February 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 31,848 mi
Expires: 09 March 2009
Passed - 08 March 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 28,005 mi
Expires: 09 March 2008
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 10 March 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 23,459 mi
Expires: 09 March 2007
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for COS3?
The MOT expires on 11 March 2026.
What is the tax status of COS3?
The tax status is SORN.
What are the specifications of COS3?
This is a 2002 ROVER 75 in Green. It runs on Diesel with a 1951cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of COS3?
This vehicle produces 190 g/km of CO2 emissions.