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Rover 25

Gold · Petrol · 2000 · 1,396 cc

X771 VAOMOT history

X771 VAO is a gold petrol Rover 25 first used on 1 Nov 2000. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 46,347 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
46,347 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,638 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X771 VAO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
25
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X771 VAO was last recorded at 46,347 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 3,071 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,276 miles · 12 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,071 miles
Average per year
1,638 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 46,347 miles
  • 2025 – 43,276 miles
  • 2024 – 32,554 miles
  • 2023 – 24,521 miles
  • 2021 – 24,400 miles
  • 2020 – 24,194 miles
  • 2019 – 23,777 miles
  • 2018 – 22,875 miles
  • 2017 – 21,635 miles
  • 2016 – 20,982 miles
  • 2015 – 20,554 miles
  • 2014 – 20,066 miles
  • 2013 – 19,402 miles
  • 2012 – 18,761 miles
  • 2011 – 18,071 miles
  • 2010 – 17,413 miles
  • 2009 – 16,722 miles
  • 2008 – 15,996 miles
  • 2007 – 15,264 miles
  • 2006 – 14,582 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,347 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass46,347 miles (+3,071)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    46,347 miles
    Test number
    187184440719
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass43,276 miles (+10,722)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    43,276 miles
    Test number
    223494689849
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass32,554 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    32,554 miles
    Test number
    674127758621
    • 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))

  4. Fail32,554 miles (+8,033)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,554 miles
    Test number
    372142304664
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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. Pass24,521 miles (+121)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    24,521 miles
    Test number
    740709412970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass24,400 miles (+206)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    24,400 miles
    Test number
    590548023220
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass24,194 miles (+417)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    24,194 miles
    Test number
    346243931636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass23,777 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    23,777 miles
    Test number
    284217474210
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail23,777 miles (+902)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,777 miles
    Test number
    961873169039
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass22,875 miles (+1,240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    22,875 miles
    Test number
    753759265807
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass21,635 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    21,635 miles
    Test number
    570908117150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail21,635 miles (+653)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,635 miles
    Test number
    958724046861
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass20,982 miles (+428)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    20,982 miles
    Test number
    238606219779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass20,554 miles (+488)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    20,554 miles
    Test number
    125656786680
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass20,066 miles (+664)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    20,066 miles
    Test number
    826313504350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass19,402 miles (+641)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    19,402 miles
    Test number
    416753003395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,761 miles (+690)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    18,761 miles
    Test number
    849733202305
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass18,071 miles (+658)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    18,071 miles
    Test number
    339651101319
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass17,413 miles (+691)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    17,413 miles
    Test number
    914210900301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass16,722 miles (+726)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    16,722 miles
    Test number
    762792809387
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass15,996 miles (+732)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    15,996 miles
    Test number
    100156298211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass15,264 miles (+682)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    15,264 miles
    Test number
    712657397278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,582 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    14,582 miles
    Test number
    491217196262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X771 VAO

Does X771 VAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X771 VAO is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X771 VAO?
The MOT on X771 VAO is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X771 VAO done?
X771 VAO was recorded at 46,347 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 1,638 miles a year.
Has X771 VAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X771 VAO has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on X771 VAO 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 X771 VAO find?
X771 VAO passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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