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Rover 45

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,994 cc

Y261 TLHMOT history

Y261 TLH is a blue diesel Rover 45 first used on 9 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 18 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 54,890 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Oct 2027
Mileage
54,890 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,451 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y261 TLH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
45
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y261 TLH was last recorded at 54,890 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 659 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,231 miles · 4 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
659 miles
Average per year
1,451 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,890 miles
  • 2025 – 54,231 miles
  • 2024 – 53,497 miles
  • 2023 – 52,682 miles
  • 2022 – 51,767 miles
  • 2021 – 50,415 miles
  • 2020 – 49,290 miles
  • 2019 – 48,301 miles
  • 2018 – 46,652 miles
  • 2017 – 44,965 miles
  • 2016 – 43,230 miles
  • 2015 – 41,244 miles
  • 2014 – 39,437 miles
  • 2013 – 37,897 miles
  • 2012 – 36,730 miles
  • 2011 – 35,383 miles
  • 2010 – 33,947 miles
  • 2009 – 32,196 miles
  • 2008 – 29,955 miles
  • 2007 – 27,512 miles
  • 2006 – 25,506 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,890 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor panel and sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor panel and sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,890 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    54,890 miles
    Test number
    170337894268
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail54,890 miles (+659)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,890 miles
    Test number
    479891774479
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass54,231 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    54,231 miles
    Test number
    650922189688
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn bald over inner tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn bald over inner tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail54,231 miles (+734)4 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,231 miles
    Test number
    518310230450
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn bald over inner tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn bald over inner tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass53,497 miles (+815)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    53,497 miles
    Test number
    462322189001
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass52,682 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    52,682 miles
    Test number
    616493412433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor panel and sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor panel and sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail52,682 miles (+915)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,682 miles
    Test number
    560365261635
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor panel and sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor panel and sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass51,767 miles (+1,352)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    51,767 miles
    Test number
    487584987246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor +sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor +sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass50,415 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    50,415 miles
    Test number
    150370434818
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Fail50,415 miles (+1,125)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,415 miles
    Test number
    806761804541
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass49,290 miles (+989)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    49,290 miles
    Test number
    255373562215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass48,301 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    48,301 miles
    Test number
    497582716526
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Fail48,301 miles (+1,649)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,301 miles
    Test number
    472299377525
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  14. Pass46,652 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    46,652 miles
    Test number
    799258928650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail46,652 miles (+1,687)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,652 miles
    Test number
    757093884847
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  16. Pass44,965 miles (+1,735)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    44,965 miles
    Test number
    283268642797
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  17. Pass43,230 miles (+1,986)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    43,230 miles
    Test number
    976334252546
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  18. Pass41,244 miles (+1,807)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    41,244 miles
    Test number
    173677950582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,437 miles (+1,540)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    39,437 miles
    Test number
    747362294224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  20. Pass37,897 miles (+1,167)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    37,897 miles
    Test number
    649401673134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,730 miles (+1,347)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    36,730 miles
    Test number
    539186672115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,383 miles (+1,436)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    35,383 miles
    Test number
    829779671185
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Pass33,947 miles (+1,751)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    33,947 miles
    Test number
    640242680192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass32,196 miles (+2,241)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    32,196 miles
    Test number
    343150989143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,955 miles (+2,443)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    29,955 miles
    Test number
    282852988176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,512 miles (+2,006)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    27,512 miles
    Test number
    192056177112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass25,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    25,506 miles
    Test number
    294118576199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y261 TLH

Does Y261 TLH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y261 TLH is valid until 18 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y261 TLH?
The MOT on Y261 TLH is valid until 18 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y261 TLH done?
Y261 TLH was recorded at 54,890 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 1,451 miles a year.
Has Y261 TLH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y261 TLH has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on Y261 TLH 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 Y261 TLH find?
Y261 TLH passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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