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Rover Metro

Blue · Petrol · 1993 · 1,120 cc

L25 HODMOT history

L25 HOD is a blue petrol Rover Metro first used on 15 Dec 1993. Its MOT expired on 25 Apr 2026 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 78,247 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Apr 2026
Mileage
78,247 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2025
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,258 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L25 HOD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Metro
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,120 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
15 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L25 HOD was last recorded at 78,247 miles on 25 Apr 2025, 822 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,425 miles · 26 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
822 miles
Average per year
1,258 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 78,247 miles
  • 2024 – 77,425 miles
  • 2023 – 74,393 miles
  • 2022 – 73,425 miles
  • 2021 – 71,967 miles
  • 2020 – 70,651 miles
  • 2015 – 70,648 miles
  • 2014 – 70,629 miles
  • 2013 – 70,626 miles
  • 2012 – 70,469 miles
  • 2011 – 69,771 miles
  • 2010 – 68,580 miles
  • 2009 – 66,391 miles
  • 2008 – 63,773 miles
  • 2007 – 60,438 miles
  • 2006 – 57,288 miles
  • 2005 – 53,822 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,247 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Body not fully secure Wing (6.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Side repeater not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 23 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,247 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    78,247 miles
    Test number
    804458617900
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body not fully secure Wing (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail78,247 miles (+822)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,247 miles
    Test number
    226694493645
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body not fully secure Wing (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass77,425 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    77,425 miles
    Test number
    915484786110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail77,424 miles (+3,031)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,424 miles
    Test number
    902376483303
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass74,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    74,393 miles
    Test number
    700458269607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail74,393 miles (+968)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,393 miles
    Test number
    582012117117
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass73,425 miles (+1,458)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    73,425 miles
    Test number
    633138326157
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass71,967 miles (+1,316)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    71,967 miles
    Test number
    845946485911
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass70,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    70,651 miles
    Test number
    637200705181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail70,651 miles (+3)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,651 miles
    Test number
    680970828457
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting upper arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion rear
    • AdvisorySuspension low

  11. Pass70,648 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    70,648 miles
    Test number
    674242416857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail70,648 miles (+19)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,648 miles
    Test number
    349967909873
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass70,629 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    70,629 miles
    Test number
    189242944340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass70,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    70,626 miles
    Test number
    566522853336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail70,626 miles (+157)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,626 miles
    Test number
    266077743301
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  16. Pass70,469 miles (+698)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    70,469 miles
    Test number
    527367242361
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteCorrosion developing on underside
    • NoteMetal fuel pipes corroded
    • NoteRear of outer sill slightly corroded
    • NoteRear wheel arches slightly rusty

  17. Pass69,771 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    69,771 miles
    Test number
    207796031320
    • NoteFuel pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteRear wheel arches rusty

  18. Fail69,771 miles (+1,191)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,771 miles
    Test number
    687737421359
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteFuel pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteRear wheel arches rusty

  19. Fail68,580 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,580 miles
    Test number
    404073930354
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFuel filler neck rusty
    • NoteUsr wheel arch slightly corroded ;

  20. Pass68,580 miles (+2,189)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    68,580 miles
    Test number
    511833930313
    • NoteFuel filler neck rusty
    • NoteUsr wheel arch slightly corroded ;

  21. Pass66,391 miles (+2,618)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    66,391 miles
    Test number
    271108129317
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAreas of corrosion developing on underside

  22. Pass63,773 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    63,773 miles
    Test number
    230602738362
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail63,773 miles (+3,335)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,773 miles
    Test number
    881642538326
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass60,438 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    60,438 miles
    Test number
    423040247390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail60,438 miles (+3,150)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,438 miles
    Test number
    484950447315
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Fluid suspension unit displaced (2.4.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  26. Pass57,288 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    57,288 miles
    Test number
    874837926354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail57,288 miles (+3,466)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,288 miles
    Test number
    862547926306
    • FailureRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  28. Pass53,822 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    53,822 miles
    Test number
    794657225355
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about L25 HOD

Does L25 HOD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L25 HOD expired on 25 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L25 HOD?
The MOT on L25 HOD expired on 25 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L25 HOD done?
L25 HOD was recorded at 78,247 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2025, an average of 1,258 miles a year.
Has L25 HOD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L25 HOD has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on L25 HOD 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 L25 HOD find?
L25 HOD passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2025 with 3 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front body not fully secure wing; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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