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Rover 75

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,997 cc

Y223 WDSMOT history

Y223 WDS is a blue petrol Rover 75 first used on 23 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 9 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 135,778 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Oct 2027
Mileage
135,778 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,504 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y223 WDS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
75
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y223 WDS was last recorded at 135,778 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 133 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,645 miles · 14 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
133 miles
Average per year
4,504 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,778 miles
  • 2025 – 131,551 miles
  • 2024 – 131,021 miles
  • 2021 – 130,975 miles
  • 2020 – 128,704 miles
  • 2019 – 128,672 miles
  • 2018 – 126,487 miles
  • 2017 – 120,468 miles
  • 2016 – 120,420 miles
  • 2015 – 116,007 miles
  • 2014 – 112,620 miles
  • 2013 – 109,290 miles
  • 2012 – 103,278 miles
  • 2011 – 98,155 miles
  • 2010 – 85,381 miles
  • 2009 – 76,438 miles
  • 2008 – 65,827 miles
  • 2007 – 52,844 miles
  • 2006 – 43,608 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,778 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral exhaust corroded
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened plus suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2026

Full MOT history

31 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,778 miles (+133)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    135,778 miles
    Test number
    234337473042
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened plus suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded
  2. Fail135,645 miles (+4,094)9 major2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,645 miles
    Test number
    691505798215
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floorpan to inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust silencer outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap(s) slightly corroded but tank still supported
  3. Pass131,551 miles (+530)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    131,551 miles
    Test number
    922638025173
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder body / suspension corroded
  4. Pass131,021 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    131,021 miles
    Test number
    948227838489
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded
  5. Fail130,999 miles (+24)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,999 miles
    Test number
    455402532244
    • MajorFuel tank insecure tank strap corroded weaked (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to inner arch holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded
  6. Pass130,975 miles (+2,271)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    130,975 miles
    Test number
    646547998297
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded
  7. Pass128,704 miles (+32)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    128,704 miles
    Test number
    552504761809
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  8. Pass128,672 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    128,672 miles
    Test number
    191804407813
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  9. Fail128,648 miles (+2,161)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,648 miles
    Test number
    901117207608
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp beam image poor but servicable
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  10. Pass126,487 miles (+26)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    126,487 miles
    Test number
    247379418573
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre age cracking on inner shoulder
  11. Fail126,461 miles (+5,993)1 dangerous4 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,461 miles
    Test number
    386952733912
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre age cracking on inner shoulder
  12. Pass120,468 miles (+23)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    120,468 miles
    Test number
    541579076871
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated
  13. Fail120,445 miles (+25)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,445 miles
    Test number
    961960713808
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexible (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexible (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated
  14. Pass120,420 miles (+26)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    120,420 miles
    Test number
    284020303569
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexible (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
  15. Fail120,394 miles (+4,387)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,394 miles
    Test number
    734908347971
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexible (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass116,007 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    116,007 miles
    Test number
    458875385087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBonnet release handle broken
  17. Fail116,007 miles (+3,387)1 dangerous4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,007 miles
    Test number
    675106375095
    • DangerousOffside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBonnet release handle broken
  18. Pass112,620 miles (+3,330)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    112,620 miles
    Test number
    616375354079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass109,290 miles (+3,997)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    109,290 miles
    Test number
    959294563024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail105,293 miles (+2,015)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,293 miles
    Test number
    956697553016
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOSF headlamp bulb insecure
  21. Pass103,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    103,278 miles
    Test number
    865345272062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail103,278 miles (+5,123)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,278 miles
    Test number
    668688162012
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
  23. Pass98,155 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    98,155 miles
    Test number
    328014371021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail98,155 miles (+12,774)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,155 miles
    Test number
    918581371036
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  25. Pass85,381 miles (+8,943)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    85,381 miles
    Test number
    883010270027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass76,438 miles (+10,611)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    76,438 miles
    Test number
    203154609114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass65,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    65,827 miles
    Test number
    230464698013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail65,827 miles (+12,983)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,827 miles
    Test number
    593953998059
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn slightly on outer edge of tread
  29. Pass52,844 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    52,844 miles
    Test number
    643047087052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  30. Fail52,844 miles (+9,236)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,844 miles
    Test number
    854247687098
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  31. Pass43,608 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    43,608 miles
    Test number
    350043906107
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about Y223 WDS

Does Y223 WDS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y223 WDS is valid until 9 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y223 WDS?
The MOT on Y223 WDS is valid until 9 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y223 WDS done?
Y223 WDS was recorded at 135,778 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 4,504 miles a year.
Has Y223 WDS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y223 WDS has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on Y223 WDS 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 Y223 WDS find?
Y223 WDS passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 10 advisories: central exhaust corroded; coolant leak; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 7 more.

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