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Rover 800

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 2,497 cc

R201 AVCMOT history

R201 AVC is a red petrol Rover 800 first used on 1 Aug 1997. Its MOT expired on 18 May 2023 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 57,922 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 18 May 2023
Mileage
57,922 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2022
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,896 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R201 AVC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
800
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 May 2023
Latest MOT test
19 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

R201 AVC was last recorded at 57,922 miles on 19 May 2022, 23 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,899 miles · 9 May 2022
Between the last two tests
23 miles
Average per year
1,896 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 57,922 miles
  • 2020 – 56,800 miles
  • 2018 – 45,131 miles
  • 2017 – 37,535 miles
  • 2013 – 37,412 miles
  • 2012 – 37,289 miles
  • 2011 – 36,222 miles
  • 2010 – 34,952 miles
  • 2009 – 33,499 miles
  • 2008 – 31,517 miles
  • 2007 – 29,889 miles
  • 2006 – 27,938 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,922 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

  • Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass57,922 miles (+23)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    57,922 miles
    Test number
    478638008354
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail57,899 miles (+31)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,899 miles
    Test number
    640642590187
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail57,868 miles (+1,068)7 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,868 miles
    Test number
    706717278221
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Rack Boot Not Fully Tight. (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass56,800 miles (+11,669)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    56,800 miles
    Test number
    866151901140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass45,131 miles (+7,596)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    45,131 miles
    Test number
    693294927230
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass37,535 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    37,535 miles
    Test number
    761255981952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail37,520 miles (+108)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,520 miles
    Test number
    130256771459
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Front section sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Sill section rear (6.1.B.2)

  8. Pass37,412 miles (+123)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    37,412 miles
    Test number
    206427143207
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail37,289 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,289 miles
    Test number
    258732552232
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  10. Pass37,289 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    37,289 miles
    Test number
    568822652295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail37,235 miles (+1,013)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,235 miles
    Test number
    819920932205
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)
    • FailureFuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  12. Pass36,222 miles (+1,270)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    36,222 miles
    Test number
    397949801404
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  13. Pass34,952 miles (+1,453)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    34,952 miles
    Test number
    660799180158
    • NoteN/s/f indicator lense missing

  14. Pass33,499 miles (+1,982)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    33,499 miles
    Test number
    892329809297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass31,517 miles (+1,628)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    31,517 miles
    Test number
    764209298168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass29,889 miles (+1,951)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    29,889 miles
    Test number
    252988207243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass27,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    27,938 miles
    Test number
    392147506421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R201 AVC

Does R201 AVC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R201 AVC expired on 18 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R201 AVC?
The MOT on R201 AVC 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 R201 AVC done?
R201 AVC was recorded at 57,922 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2022, an average of 1,896 miles a year.
Has R201 AVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R201 AVC has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2022.
Has the mileage on R201 AVC 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 R201 AVC find?
R201 AVC passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2022 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 5 more.

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