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Rover 75

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,997 cc

Y253 DFSMOT history

Y253 DFS is a silver petrol Rover 75 first used on 30 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 18 May 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 63,302 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 18 May 2023
Mileage
63,302 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,020 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y253 DFS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
75
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 May 2023
Latest MOT test
19 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y253 DFS was last recorded at 63,302 miles on 19 May 2022, 1,295 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,007 miles · 20 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
1,295 miles
Average per year
3,020 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 63,302 miles
  • 2021 – 62,007 miles
  • 2020 – 61,049 miles
  • 2019 – 59,876 miles
  • 2018 – 58,273 miles
  • 2017 – 56,602 miles
  • 2016 – 51,664 miles
  • 2015 – 47,640 miles
  • 2014 – 42,859 miles
  • 2013 – 36,818 miles
  • 2012 – 31,653 miles
  • 2011 – 27,053 miles
  • 2010 – 23,965 miles
  • 2009 – 21,790 miles
  • 2008 – 19,576 miles
  • 2007 – 16,815 miles
  • 2006 – 14,489 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,302 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded in parts and coated (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sieds in parts (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides in parts (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened in parts (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,302 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    63,302 miles
    Test number
    177118106534
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail63,302 miles (+1,295)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,302 miles
    Test number
    838512739729
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass62,007 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    62,007 miles
    Test number
    786707720842
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner tie rod slight play

  4. Fail62,005 miles (+956)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,005 miles
    Test number
    707641048940
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner tie rod slight play

  5. Pass61,049 miles (+1,173)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    61,049 miles
    Test number
    634815969265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass59,876 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    59,876 miles
    Test number
    718488857701
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened in parts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule in parts (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in parts (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement in parts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield louse

  7. Fail59,876 miles (+1,603)1 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,876 miles
    Test number
    476131042770
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened in parts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule in parts (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in parts (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement in parts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield louse

  8. Pass58,273 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    58,273 miles
    Test number
    452525405998
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded in parts and coated (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sieds in parts (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides in parts (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened in parts (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail58,273 miles (+1,671)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,273 miles
    Test number
    708122850463
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded in parts and coated (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sieds in parts (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides in parts (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened in parts (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass56,602 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    56,602 miles
    Test number
    829152016639
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded in parts (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded in parts (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail56,602 miles (+4,938)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,602 miles
    Test number
    703152464479
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm in part 3/4 1.6 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded in parts (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded in parts (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass51,664 miles (+4,024)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    51,664 miles
    Test number
    771682261129
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush wish bone (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear suspension
    • AdvisoryHand bake justed passed 17%
    • AdvisorySome play in both steering arms

  13. Pass47,640 miles (+3)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    47,640 miles
    Test number
    115133265483
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail47,637 miles (+4,778)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,637 miles
    Test number
    736372165095
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass42,859 miles (+6,041)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    42,859 miles
    Test number
    616669774059
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteHandbrake high

  16. Pass36,818 miles (+5,165)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    36,818 miles
    Test number
    856056563062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front track rod has slight play

  17. Pass31,653 miles (+4,600)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    31,653 miles
    Test number
    357948282035
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)

  18. Pass27,053 miles (+3,088)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    27,053 miles
    Test number
    798713781061
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. Pass23,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    23,965 miles
    Test number
    134085980093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail23,965 miles (+2,175)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,965 miles
    Test number
    144075380059
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  21. Pass21,790 miles (+2,214)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    21,790 miles
    Test number
    350460279064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,576 miles (+2,761)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    19,576 miles
    Test number
    530403778074
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass16,815 miles (+2,326)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    16,815 miles
    Test number
    480322187038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass14,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    14,489 miles
    Test number
    953960586052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y253 DFS

Does Y253 DFS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y253 DFS expired on 18 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y253 DFS?
The MOT on Y253 DFS expired on 18 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y253 DFS done?
Y253 DFS was recorded at 63,302 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2022, an average of 3,020 miles a year.
Has Y253 DFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y253 DFS has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2022.
Has the mileage on Y253 DFS 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 Y253 DFS find?
Y253 DFS passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2022 with 2 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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