No, J953 DTU is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for J953 DTU?

The MOT for J953 DTU is valid and due for renewal on or before 22 May 2010.

What is the recorded mileage of J953 DTU?

The recorded mileage for J953 DTU is 217,724 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is J953 DTU ULEZ compliant?

No, J953 DTU does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1991 Rover 218 1.9L Diesel · J953 DTU

J953 DTU

1991 Rover 218 (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01/08/1991. Recorded mileage 217,724 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: ROVER 218
Year / Origin: 1991
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 22/05/2010
Road Tax: Untaxed (01/12/2009)
Recorded Mileage: 217,724 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: DIESEL · 1.9L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 22/05/2010

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 01/12/2009

Mileage: 217,724 mi
Fuel Type: DIESEL
Year: 1991
Engine: 1905cc

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J953 DTU Key Findings

9 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 19/05/2009
217,724 miles recorded at latest MOT
5 historical MOT failures
5 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (19 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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! Older vehicle

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J953 DTU Mileage History

14/11/2005187,547 mi
01/12/2005187,602 mi+55 mi
05/12/2005187,623 mi+21 mi
14/05/2007196,301 mi+8,678 mi
22/05/2007196,305 mi+4 mi
14/05/2008208,570 mi+12,265 mi
23/05/2008208,781 mi+211 mi
05/05/2009217,426 mi+8,645 mi
19/05/2009217,724 mi+298 mi

Average of roughly 8,597 miles per year across 9 recorded odometer readings.

J953 DTU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 6 Oct 2026, 03:04

MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

9 MOT tests are recorded for this 1991 Rover 218 (J953 DTU) between November 2005 and May 2009.

The record contains 4 passes and 5 failures.

The most recent test on 19 May 2009 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (19 issues), Tyres (11 issues), Brakes (11 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 26 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”; “Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)”.

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