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Rover 218

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,976 cc

P10 SMBMOT history

P10 SMB is a red petrol Rover 218 first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 54,250 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
54,250 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,037 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P10 SMB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
218
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,976 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P10 SMB was last recorded at 54,250 miles on 29 May 2026, 74 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,176 miles · 18 May 2026
Between the last two tests
74 miles
Average per year
1,037 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,250 miles
  • 2025 – 53,094 miles
  • 2024 – 52,902 miles
  • 2023 – 52,416 miles
  • 2021 – 51,077 miles
  • 2019 – 50,011 miles
  • 2018 – 40,793 miles
  • 2015 – 40,766 miles
  • 2014 – 40,512 miles
  • 2013 – 39,648 miles
  • 2012 – 38,821 miles
  • 2011 – 37,627 miles
  • 2010 – 36,950 miles
  • 2009 – 35,557 miles
  • 2008 – 34,787 miles
  • 2007 – 33,979 miles
  • 2006 – 33,228 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,250 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 17 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,250 miles (+74)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    54,250 miles
    Test number
    532277811413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail54,176 miles (+1,082)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,176 miles
    Test number
    321266500979
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit catalytic converter failed (8.2.2.2 (a))

  3. Pass53,094 miles (+192)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    53,094 miles
    Test number
    488070461028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass52,902 miles (+486)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    52,902 miles
    Test number
    706307730856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass52,416 miles (+1,339)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    52,416 miles
    Test number
    246405731723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass51,077 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    51,077 miles
    Test number
    397577324058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail51,077 miles (+1,066)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,077 miles
    Test number
    833623758717
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass50,011 miles (+192)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    50,011 miles
    Test number
    483782515201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail49,819 miles (+9,026)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,819 miles
    Test number
    136236923036
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass40,793 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    40,793 miles
    Test number
    486770500230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail40,774 miles (+8)5 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,774 miles
    Test number
    529812668427
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

  12. Fail40,766 miles (+1)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,766 miles
    Test number
    637924575183
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in offside front inner rack joint

  13. Fail40,765 miles (+253)8 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,765 miles
    Test number
    259649345465
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in offside front inner rack joint

  14. Pass40,512 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    40,512 miles
    Test number
    195102944007
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail40,512 miles (+864)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,512 miles
    Test number
    399922444057
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass39,648 miles (+827)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    39,648 miles
    Test number
    379503843068
    • Note185/55/15 offside rear tyre outer sidewall badly perished

  17. Pass38,821 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    38,821 miles
    Test number
    447834942045
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly perished

  18. Fail38,821 miles (+1,194)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,821 miles
    Test number
    617894342033
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly perished

  19. Pass37,627 miles (+677)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    37,627 miles
    Test number
    538721041043
    • NoteNearside mirror glass insecure and cracked

  20. Pass36,950 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    36,950 miles
    Test number
    620334550031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail36,949 miles (+1,392)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,949 miles
    Test number
    750887940064
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass35,557 miles (+770)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    35,557 miles
    Test number
    591012049096
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  23. Pass34,787 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    34,787 miles
    Test number
    833747238094
    • NoteCentre and front exhaust sections corroded
    • NoteConsiderable handbrake travel
    • NoteOffside front lower swivel joint very slight play

  24. Fail34,787 miles (+808)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,787 miles
    Test number
    533837538027
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCentre and front exhaust sections corroded
    • NoteConsiderable handbrake travel
    • NoteOffside front lower swivel joint very slight play

  25. Pass33,979 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    33,979 miles
    Test number
    110166247415
    • NoteSee advise sheet 393374547069

  26. Fail33,979 miles (+751)2 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,979 miles
    Test number
    393374547069
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteExhaust system in very poor condtion
    • NoteFront anti roll bar bushes in poor condtion
    • NoteN/s/f headlight image poor
    • NoteN/s/f tyre on limit
    • NoteO/s/f tyre on limit
    • NoteScreenwashers poor

  27. Pass33,228 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    33,228 miles
    Test number
    531748246051
    • NoteFront brake discs quite worn
    • NoteRear exhaust very corroded & rear silencer outer skin holed

Questions about P10 SMB

Does P10 SMB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P10 SMB is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on P10 SMB?
The MOT on P10 SMB is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P10 SMB done?
P10 SMB was recorded at 54,250 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 1,037 miles a year.
Has P10 SMB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P10 SMB has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2026.
Has the mileage on P10 SMB 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 P10 SMB find?
P10 SMB passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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