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Rover 25

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,396 cc

Y208 XEGMOT history

Y208 XEG is a silver petrol Rover 25 first used on 5 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 29 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 133,676 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Nov 2025
Mileage
133,676 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2023
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,196 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y208 XEG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
25
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
5 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y208 XEG was last recorded at 133,676 miles on 28 Nov 2023, 2,420 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,256 miles · 24 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
2,420 miles
Average per year
4,196 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 133,676 miles
  • 2022 – 131,256 miles
  • 2021 – 129,734 miles
  • 2020 – 128,715 miles
  • 2019 – 125,222 miles
  • 2018 – 121,762 miles
  • 2017 – 118,431 miles
  • 2016 – 114,533 miles
  • 2015 – 110,427 miles
  • 2014 – 105,939 miles
  • 2013 – 102,359 miles
  • 2012 – 97,350 miles
  • 2011 – 85,278 miles
  • 2010 – 83,116 miles
  • 2009 – 79,499 miles
  • 2008 – 75,831 miles
  • 2007 – 70,903 miles
  • 2006 – 61,340 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryBOTH SIDES INNER SILLS CORRODEDRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front lens cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear both rear inner sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 2 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    448149669902
    • AdvisoryBOTH SIDES INNER SILLS CORRODED

  2. FailMileage not read5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    557897895944
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBOTH SIDES INNER SILLS CORRODED

  3. Pass133,676 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    133,676 miles
    Test number
    216327699520
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  4. Fail133,676 miles (+2,420)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,676 miles
    Test number
    645976788910
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking in tread
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  5. Pass131,256 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    131,256 miles
    Test number
    718685484331
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front lens cracked
    • AdvisoryRear both rear inner sill corroded

  6. Fail131,254 miles (+1,520)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,254 miles
    Test number
    841804541771
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases x2 (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front lens cracked
    • AdvisoryRear both rear inner sill corroded

  7. Pass129,734 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    129,734 miles
    Test number
    706957137405
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail129,734 miles (+1,019)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,734 miles
    Test number
    391080587210
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases x 2 (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass128,715 miles (+3,493)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    128,715 miles
    Test number
    137472597638
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll front and rear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth sills have been heavily patched and welded
    • AdvisoryRear wheel archs corroded

  10. Pass125,222 miles (+3,460)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    125,222 miles
    Test number
    596823418297
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear sill poor repair
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill ends (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass121,762 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    121,762 miles
    Test number
    247179669540
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail121,754 miles (+3,323)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,754 miles
    Test number
    782525668281
    • FailureNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass118,431 miles (+3,898)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2018
    Odometer
    118,431 miles
    Test number
    508491458884
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking

  14. Pass114,533 miles (+4,106)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    114,533 miles
    Test number
    668920420788
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear sticky brakes
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arch's corrosion
    • AdvisoryCoolant top hose damage

  15. Pass110,427 miles (+4,488)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    110,427 miles
    Test number
    488818715185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass105,939 miles (+3,580)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    105,939 miles
    Test number
    967991424188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass102,359 miles (+5,009)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    102,359 miles
    Test number
    277873023470
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Fail97,350 miles5 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,350 miles
    Test number
    278362842156
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  19. Pass97,350 miles (+12,072)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    97,350 miles
    Test number
    788082342112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  20. Pass85,278 miles (+2,162)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2012
    Odometer
    85,278 miles
    Test number
    209106231165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass83,116 miles (+109)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    83,116 miles
    Test number
    384926950251
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail83,007 miles (+3,508)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,007 miles
    Test number
    121885740288
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass79,499 miles (+3,668)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    79,499 miles
    Test number
    533737749264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass75,831 miles (+4,928)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    75,831 miles
    Test number
    943429958243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass70,903 miles (+9,563)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    70,903 miles
    Test number
    601790967285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass61,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    61,340 miles
    Test number
    850455546248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y208 XEG

Does Y208 XEG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y208 XEG expired on 29 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y208 XEG?
The MOT on Y208 XEG expired on 29 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y208 XEG done?
Y208 XEG was recorded at 133,676 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2023, an average of 4,196 miles a year.
Has Y208 XEG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y208 XEG has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on Y208 XEG 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 Y208 XEG find?
Y208 XEG passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2024 with 1 advisory: both sides inner sills corroded.

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