Rover 25
Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,396 cc
Y242 MBMMOT history
Y242 MBM is a green petrol Rover 25 first used on 29 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 11 Aug 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 81,861 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 11 Aug 2026
- Mileage
- 81,861 mi
- At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
- MOT tests
- 27
- 20 passed · 7 failed
- Per year
- 1,757 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- Y242 MBM
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Rover
- Model
- 25
- Colour
- Green
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,396 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2001
- First used
- 29 Mar 2001
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 11 Aug 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 10 Aug 2026 (Fail)
Mileage history
Y242 MBM was last recorded at 81,861 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 874 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 80,987 miles · 11 Aug 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 874 miles
- Average per year
- 1,757 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 81,861 miles
- 2025 – 80,987 miles
- 2024 – 79,786 miles
- 2023 – 78,317 miles
- 2022 – 74,779 miles
- 2021 – 73,896 miles
- 2019 – 73,339 miles
- 2018 – 70,602 miles
- 2017 – 68,915 miles
- 2016 – 67,545 miles
- 2015 – 66,125 miles
- 2014 – 65,051 miles
- 2013 – 63,894 miles
- 2012 – 63,147 miles
- 2011 – 61,892 miles
- 2010 – 61,100 miles
- 2009 – 59,676 miles
- 2008 – 57,274 miles
- 2007 – 52,244 miles
- 2006 – 45,886 miles
What the latest MOT found
Fail81,861 miles
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
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 Coil spring corroded
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022
Offside Rear Coil spring corroded
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022
Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024
Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Rear Coil spring corroded both
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Full MOT history
27 tests since 17 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail81,861 miles (+874)2 dangerous6 major2 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 81,861 miles
- Test number
- 725680422116
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
Pass80,987 miles (+1,201)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Aug 2026
- Odometer
- 80,987 miles
- Test number
- 225150201080
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
Pass79,786 miles (+1,469)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Aug 2025
- Odometer
- 79,786 miles
- Test number
- 368253258987
- MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security and inner previously repaired- repair method unknown (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security previously repaired and repair method unkown (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass78,317 miles (+1)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Aug 2024
- Odometer
- 78,317 miles
- Test number
- 643430623070
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail78,316 miles (+3,537)3 major2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 78,316 miles
- Test number
- 329847445660
- MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake slack adjuster advise adjustment (1.1.18 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass74,779 miles1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Aug 2023
- Odometer
- 74,779 miles
- Test number
- 108392884744
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail74,779 miles (+883)2 major1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 74,779 miles
- Test number
- 371493645130
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass73,896 miles (+9)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Aug 2022
- Odometer
- 73,896 miles
- Test number
- 668058836802
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Fail73,887 miles (+548)3 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 73,887 miles
- Test number
- 987916130446
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass73,339 miles
- MOT expiry
- 14 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 73,339 miles
- Test number
- 263429543594
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail73,339 miles (+2,737)2 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 73,339 miles
- Test number
- 139584243593
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch/sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Pass70,602 miles (+1,687)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Dec 2019
- Odometer
- 70,602 miles
- Test number
- 920665397359
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass68,915 miles (+1,370)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 14 Dec 2018
- Odometer
- 68,915 miles
- Test number
- 974101786384
- AdvisoryO/side outer sill damaged
Pass67,545 miles (+1,420)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 14 Dec 2017
- Odometer
- 67,545 miles
- Test number
- 427863207184
- AdvisoryO/s/outer sill damaged
Pass66,125 miles (+1,074)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 14 Dec 2016
- Odometer
- 66,125 miles
- Test number
- 262993391042
- AdvisoryO/side outer sill damaged
Pass65,051 miles (+1,157)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 14 Dec 2015
- Odometer
- 65,051 miles
- Test number
- 926259744325
- NoteO/side outer sill damaged
Pass63,894 miles (+747)
- MOT expiry
- 11 Dec 2014
- Odometer
- 63,894 miles
- Test number
- 808756043326
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass63,147 miles (+576)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 25 Nov 2013
- Odometer
- 63,147 miles
- Test number
- 275521332392
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass62,571 miles (+679)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Feb 2013
- Odometer
- 62,571 miles
- Test number
- 177581042083
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass61,892 miles (+792)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Feb 2012
- Odometer
- 61,892 miles
- Test number
- 848740151055
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass61,100 miles
- MOT expiry
- 20 Feb 2011
- Odometer
- 61,100 miles
- Test number
- 912600850069
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail61,100 miles (+1,424)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 61,100 miles
- Test number
- 820169140034
- FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Pass59,676 miles (+2,402)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Feb 2010
- Odometer
- 59,676 miles
- Test number
- 161532829430
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass57,274 miles (+5,030)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Feb 2009
- Odometer
- 57,274 miles
- Test number
- 102201958440
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass52,244 miles
- MOT expiry
- 20 Feb 2008
- Odometer
- 52,244 miles
- Test number
- 182042557415
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail52,244 miles (+6,358)3 failures3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 52,244 miles
- Test number
- 794981457066
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- NoteFront pads wearing low
- NoteP.a.s belt cracking
- NoteWipres worn
Pass45,886 miles
- MOT expiry
- 18 Feb 2007
- Odometer
- 45,886 miles
- Test number
- 843328946049
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about Y242 MBM
- Does Y242 MBM currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on Y242 MBM expired on 11 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on Y242 MBM?
- The MOT on Y242 MBM expired on 11 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has Y242 MBM done?
- Y242 MBM was recorded at 81,861 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 1,757 miles a year.
- Has Y242 MBM ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. Y242 MBM has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2026.
- Has the mileage on Y242 MBM 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 Y242 MBM find?
- Y242 MBM failed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 2 dangerous defects, 6 major defects and 2 minor defects: nearside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; offside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; nearside rear outer vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting, and 7 more.
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