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Rover 111

Blue · Petrol · 1995 · 1,120 cc

M223 BBKMOT history

M223 BBK is a blue petrol Rover 111 first used on 6 Jul 1995. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 48,682 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jul 2027
Mileage
48,682 mi
At MOT on 19 Jun 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,151 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M223 BBK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
111
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,120 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
6 Jul 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M223 BBK was last recorded at 48,682 miles on 19 Jun 2026, 235 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,447 miles · 4 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
235 miles
Average per year
1,151 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,682 miles
  • 2025 – 48,447 miles
  • 2024 – 45,541 miles
  • 2023 – 44,532 miles
  • 2022 – 44,277 miles
  • 2021 – 44,058 miles
  • 2020 – 44,011 miles
  • 2019 – 43,486 miles
  • 2018 – 42,569 miles
  • 2017 – 41,381 miles
  • 2016 – 39,645 miles
  • 2015 – 38,079 miles
  • 2014 – 36,474 miles
  • 2013 – 33,862 miles
  • 2012 – 31,484 miles
  • 2011 – 29,348 miles
  • 2010 – 28,071 miles
  • 2009 – 25,590 miles
  • 2008 – 25,582 miles
  • 2007 – 25,553 miles
  • 2006 – 25,500 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,682 miles
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryChassis/subframes corroded
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

33 tests since 26 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,682 miles (+235)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    48,682 miles
    Test number
    481285543408
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChassis/subframes corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass48,447 miles (+61)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    48,447 miles
    Test number
    672191264864
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted time of test
    • AdvisoryWheel trims fitted time of test

  3. Fail48,386 miles (+2,845)2 dangerous8 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,386 miles
    Test number
    284654249507
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension is low

  4. Pass45,541 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2025
    Odometer
    45,541 miles
    Test number
    313140812865
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail45,541 miles (+1,009)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,541 miles
    Test number
    126945953978
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength On The Inner Sill Area, By The Fuel Tank Within 30CM Of Rear Axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass44,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    44,532 miles
    Test number
    981767127925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail44,532 miles (+255)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,532 miles
    Test number
    812058671659
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 155/65/13 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass44,277 miles (+219)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2023
    Odometer
    44,277 miles
    Test number
    547835211886
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 155/65/13 (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass44,058 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    44,058 miles
    Test number
    991746785628
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer sill starting to corrode

  10. Fail44,058 miles (+47)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,058 miles
    Test number
    942077253580
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer sill starting to corrode

  11. Pass44,011 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    44,011 miles
    Test number
    645650117942
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front and o/s/r 155x65x13 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth cv boots perished
    • AdvisoryCorrosion starting both rear outer sill

  12. Fail44,011 miles (+525)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,011 miles
    Test number
    446081145258
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front and o/s/r 155x65x13 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth cv boots perished
    • AdvisoryCorrosion starting both rear outer sill

  13. Pass43,486 miles (+917)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    43,486 miles
    Test number
    529423196140
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  14. Pass42,569 miles (+1,188)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    42,569 miles
    Test number
    459911398928
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake slightly binding

  15. Pass41,381 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    41,381 miles
    Test number
    701871975519
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front mount PA (door sill) (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded main (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front mounting point PA (door sill) (2.4.A.3)

  16. Fail41,381 miles (+1,736)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,381 miles
    Test number
    906508974635
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front mount PA (door sill) (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded main (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front mounting point PA (door sill) (2.4.A.3)

  17. Pass39,645 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    39,645 miles
    Test number
    907365727848
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail39,645 miles (+1,566)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,645 miles
    Test number
    641055950450
    • FailureOffside Fluid suspension has no suspension movement too low (2.4.D.5)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass38,079 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    38,079 miles
    Test number
    359243115177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail38,079 miles (+1,605)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,079 miles
    Test number
    747893115193
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  21. Pass36,474 miles (+2,612)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    36,474 miles
    Test number
    965674614125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass33,862 miles (+2,378)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    33,862 miles
    Test number
    976952503150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,484 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    31,484 miles
    Test number
    337763102174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail31,484 miles (+2,136)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,484 miles
    Test number
    205503302466
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  25. Fail29,348 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,348 miles
    Test number
    287312901461
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted to nearside rear seat
    • NotePlastic over sills fitted

  26. Pass29,348 miles (+1,277)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    29,348 miles
    Test number
    368272601104
    • NoteChild seat fitted to nearside rear seat
    • NotePlastic over sills fitted

  27. Pass28,071 miles (+2,481)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    28,071 miles
    Test number
    292100410111
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • NoteNot able to open nearside rear door from inside or outside of vehicle

  28. Pass25,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    25,590 miles
    Test number
    163407899089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail25,590 miles (+8)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,590 miles
    Test number
    134566699434
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  30. Fail25,582 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,582 miles
    Test number
    313028698008
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  31. Pass25,582 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    25,582 miles
    Test number
    642968598089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass25,553 miles (+53)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    25,553 miles
    Test number
    381615617118
    • NoteNearside and offside suspension ride height slightly different

  33. Pass25,500 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    25,500 miles
    Test number
    261079816480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M223 BBK

Does M223 BBK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M223 BBK is valid until 3 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on M223 BBK?
The MOT on M223 BBK is valid until 3 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M223 BBK done?
M223 BBK was recorded at 48,682 miles at its MOT on 19 Jun 2026, an average of 1,151 miles a year.
Has M223 BBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M223 BBK has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2025.
Has the mileage on M223 BBK 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 M223 BBK find?
M223 BBK passed its latest MOT on 19 Jun 2026 with 6 advisories: anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all; brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all, and 3 more.

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