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Rover 25

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,396 cc

LB53 NVEMOT history

LB53 NVE is a blue petrol Rover 25 first used on 17 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 36,427 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Oct 2026
Mileage
36,427 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,705 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 NVE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
25
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 NVE was last recorded at 36,427 miles on 24 Oct 2025, 3,170 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
33,257 miles · 9 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,170 miles
Average per year
1,705 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 36,427 miles
  • 2024 – 33,257 miles
  • 2023 – 29,364 miles
  • 2022 – 23,739 miles
  • 2021 – 17,372 miles
  • 2020 – 12,199 miles
  • 2019 – 12,156 miles
  • 2018 – 12,003 miles
  • 2017 – 11,803 miles
  • 2016 – 10,606 miles
  • 2015 – 10,194 miles
  • 2014 – 9,846 miles
  • 2013 – 9,546 miles
  • 2012 – 9,188 miles
  • 2011 – 8,495 miles
  • 2010 – 8,029 miles
  • 2009 – 7,488 miles
  • 2008 – 6,723 miles
  • 2007 – 5,633 miles
  • 2006 – 4,127 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass36,427 miles
  • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose taped on (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass36,427 miles (+3,170)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    36,427 miles
    Test number
    594009155174
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose taped on (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass33,257 miles (+3,893)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    33,257 miles
    Test number
    738229136179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass29,364 miles (+19)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    29,364 miles
    Test number
    365294717727
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail29,345 miles (+5,606)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,345 miles
    Test number
    968287033725
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass23,739 miles (+25)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    23,739 miles
    Test number
    315328938697
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail23,714 miles (+6,342)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,714 miles
    Test number
    146895992999
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury WING (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass17,372 miles (+5,173)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    17,372 miles
    Test number
    419592040013
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox Linkage Slight Amount Of Oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass12,199 miles (+43)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    12,199 miles
    Test number
    875358873660
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Pass12,156 miles (+153)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    12,156 miles
    Test number
    585213303947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass12,003 miles (+200)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    12,003 miles
    Test number
    353736054572
    • AdvisoryOffside Front and both rear tyres perishing.

  11. Pass11,803 miles (+1,197)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    11,803 miles
    Test number
    720941686049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass10,606 miles (+412)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    10,606 miles
    Test number
    823781806542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass10,194 miles (+348)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    10,194 miles
    Test number
    268043830994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass9,846 miles (+300)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    9,846 miles
    Test number
    667885524337
    • NoteNear side front tyre has outer sidewall damage

  15. Fail9,546 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,546 miles
    Test number
    195009723323
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass9,546 miles (+358)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    9,546 miles
    Test number
    215829223307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass9,188 miles (+693)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    9,188 miles
    Test number
    908647322357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass8,495 miles (+466)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    8,495 miles
    Test number
    349525821386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass8,029 miles (+541)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    8,029 miles
    Test number
    123327720351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass7,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    7,488 miles
    Test number
    632691439342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail7,488 miles (+765)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,488 miles
    Test number
    303107029391
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  22. Pass6,723 miles (+1,090)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    6,723 miles
    Test number
    243151638386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass5,633 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    5,633 miles
    Test number
    251096117330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail5,633 miles (+1,506)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,633 miles
    Test number
    341056517385
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

  25. Pass4,127 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    4,127 miles
    Test number
    700789216305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 NVE

Does LB53 NVE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 NVE is valid until 23 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB53 NVE?
The MOT on LB53 NVE is valid until 23 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 NVE done?
LB53 NVE was recorded at 36,427 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2025, an average of 1,705 miles a year.
Has LB53 NVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 NVE has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB53 NVE 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 LB53 NVE find?
LB53 NVE passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2025 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside obligatory mirror slightly loose taped on; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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