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Morris Minor

White · Petrol · 1962 · 948 cc

RVS 249MOT history

RVS 249 is a white petrol Morris Minor first used on 18 May 1962. Its MOT expired on 13 Jul 2023 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 38,521 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Jul 2023
Mileage
38,521 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2022
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
156 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
RVS 249
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Morris
Model
Minor
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
948 cc
Year of manufacture
1962
First used
18 May 1962
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

RVS 249 was last recorded at 38,521 miles on 14 Jul 2022, 137 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Apr 2018: 32,278 miles, lower than 38,074 miles on 12 May 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
38,384 miles · 18 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
137 miles
Average per year
156 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 38,521 miles
  • 2021 – 38,384 miles
  • 2019 – 38,277 miles
  • 2018 – 32,278 miles
  • 2017 – 38,074 miles
  • 2016 – 38,052 miles
  • 2015 – 37,981 miles
  • 2013 – 37,954 miles
  • 2012 – 37,706 miles
  • 2011 – 37,394 miles
  • 2010 – 37,099 miles
  • 2009 – 36,812 miles
  • 2008 – 36,632 miles
  • 2007 – 36,354 miles
  • 2006 – 35,958 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass38,521 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play Slight play and slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Underbody corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass38,521 miles (+137)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    38,521 miles
    Test number
    646794379937
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass38,384 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    38,384 miles
    Test number
    357510218770
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play Slight play and slightly noisy (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded.

  3. Fail38,378 miles (+6)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,378 miles
    Test number
    861969128945
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play Slight play and slightly noisy (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded.

  4. Fail38,372 miles (+95)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,372 miles
    Test number
    427295344668
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion.

  5. Pass38,277 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    38,277 miles
    Test number
    356973474268
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from rear diff & gearbox.

  6. Fail38,277 miles (+5,999)3 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,277 miles
    Test number
    337795418593
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Sill to floor (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake drum contaminated Oil/fluid leak from o/s/rear hub. (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced In front of o/s/rear spring mounting. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid o/s jet not working. (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak from differential/pinion area.
    • AdvisoryOil leak from gearbox rear seal.

  7. Pass32,278 miles (-5,796)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    32,278 miles
    Test number
    742785726938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass38,074 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    38,074 miles
    Test number
    517912215229
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail38,074 miles (+22)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,074 miles
    Test number
    262209251140
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass38,052 miles (+30)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    38,052 miles
    Test number
    806744668038
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak at diff

  11. Fail38,022 miles (+41)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,022 miles
    Test number
    487930213089
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings leaf spring mount (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak at diff

  12. Pass37,981 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    37,981 miles
    Test number
    966634705161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass37,954 miles (+248)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    37,954 miles
    Test number
    908214463315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass37,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    37,706 miles
    Test number
    228907812342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail37,706 miles (+312)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,706 miles
    Test number
    197604112300
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass37,394 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    37,394 miles
    Test number
    795381331134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteOffside part of floor pan corroded

  17. Fail37,394 miles (+295)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,394 miles
    Test number
    558959821134
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteOffside part of floor pan corroded

  18. Pass37,099 miles (+287)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    37,099 miles
    Test number
    722478590048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,812 miles (+180)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    36,812 miles
    Test number
    413147009193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail36,632 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,632 miles
    Test number
    523592008132
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass36,632 miles (+278)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    36,632 miles
    Test number
    733572808155
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass36,354 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    36,354 miles
    Test number
    151397387013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail36,354 miles (+396)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,354 miles
    Test number
    402597187078
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass35,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    35,958 miles
    Test number
    133378836071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail35,958 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,958 miles
    Test number
    893877136002
    • FailureFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureFront Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

Questions about RVS 249

What vehicle is registration RVS 249 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show RVS 249 on a white petrol Morris Minor first used on 18 May 1962. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does RVS 249 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on RVS 249 expired on 13 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on RVS 249?
The MOT on RVS 249 expired on 13 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has RVS 249 done?
RVS 249 was recorded at 38,521 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2022, an average of 156 miles a year.
Has RVS 249 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. RVS 249 has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on RVS 249 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Apr 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on RVS 249 find?
RVS 249 passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2022 with 1 advisory: offside front wheel bearing slightly noisy.

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