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Rover Mini

Multi-colour · Petrol · 1998 · 1,275 cc

R599 CHDMOT history

R599 CHD is a multi-colour petrol Rover Mini first used on 7 Jan 1998. Its MOT expired on 10 Aug 2024 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 26,400 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Aug 2024
Mileage
26,400 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2024
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
665 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R599 CHD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Multi-colour
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
7 Jan 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

R599 CHD was last recorded at 26,400 miles on 15 Aug 2024, 117 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
26,283 miles · 11 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
117 miles
Average per year
665 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 26,400 miles
  • 2023 – 26,283 miles
  • 2022 – 26,020 miles
  • 2021 – 25,935 miles
  • 2020 – 25,724 miles
  • 2019 – 25,115 miles
  • 2018 – 23,414 miles
  • 2017 – 22,176 miles
  • 2016 – 20,410 miles
  • 2015 – 20,250 miles
  • 2014 – 19,936 miles
  • 2012 – 19,934 miles
  • 2011 – 18,280 miles
  • 2010 – 16,927 miles
  • 2009 – 16,622 miles
  • 2008 – 16,041 miles
  • 2007 – 14,972 miles
  • 2006 – 14,171 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail26,400 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
  • AdvisorySpare tyre defective Low pressure

What MOT failures 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 Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Nearside Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Vehicle underside waxoiled/undersealed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • 2child seats fitted belts not checked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 23 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail26,400 miles (+117)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,400 miles
    Test number
    994978616276
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective Low pressure

  2. Pass26,283 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    26,283 miles
    Test number
    511645202752
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test To aid the inspection of welding
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside waxoiled/undersealed

  3. Fail26,282 miles (+262)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,282 miles
    Test number
    231138191528
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Lambda high due to exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sil (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside waxoiled/undersealed

  4. Pass26,020 miles (+85)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    26,020 miles
    Test number
    981551960745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass25,935 miles (+211)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    25,935 miles
    Test number
    418452119638
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass25,724 miles (+609)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    25,724 miles
    Test number
    708615044667
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  7. Pass25,115 miles (+1,701)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    25,115 miles
    Test number
    714556916024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass23,414 miles (+1,238)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    23,414 miles
    Test number
    381569755399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass22,176 miles (+1,766)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    22,176 miles
    Test number
    347620885175
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  10. Pass20,410 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    20,410 miles
    Test number
    608103332475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail20,409 miles (+159)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,409 miles
    Test number
    538372747147
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  12. Pass20,250 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    20,250 miles
    Test number
    687691723597
    • Advisory2child seats fitted belts not checked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Fail20,249 miles (+313)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,249 miles
    Test number
    541874635504
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Advisory2child seats fitted belts not checked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Pass19,936 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    19,936 miles
    Test number
    789320234145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass19,934 miles (+7)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    19,934 miles
    Test number
    287299972221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  16. Fail19,927 miles (+1,647)1 failure8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,927 miles
    Test number
    477657172262
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  17. Pass18,280 miles (+1,353)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    18,280 miles
    Test number
    278774761241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass16,927 miles (+305)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    16,927 miles
    Test number
    293011930110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass16,622 miles (+581)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    16,622 miles
    Test number
    270932839498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass16,041 miles (+1,069)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    16,041 miles
    Test number
    460046518194
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  21. Pass14,972 miles (+801)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    14,972 miles
    Test number
    750315187001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    14,171 miles
    Test number
    214832086082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R599 CHD

Does R599 CHD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R599 CHD expired on 10 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R599 CHD?
The MOT on R599 CHD expired on 10 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R599 CHD done?
R599 CHD was recorded at 26,400 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2024, an average of 665 miles a year.
Has R599 CHD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R599 CHD has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on R599 CHD 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 R599 CHD find?
R599 CHD failed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2024 with 2 major defects and 2 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; nearside rear sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened; rear passenger seat(s) missing at time of test, and 1 more.

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