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Red · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

R599 GCVMOT history

R599 GCV is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Apr 1998. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 126,389 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2025.

R599 GCV red Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2026
Mileage
126,389 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2025
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,110 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R599 GCV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
24 Apr 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R599 GCV was last recorded at 126,389 miles on 31 Oct 2025, 88 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,301 miles · 24 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
88 miles
Average per year
3,110 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 126,389 miles
  • 2024 – 124,443 miles
  • 2023 – 122,783 miles
  • 2022 – 120,884 miles
  • 2020 – 116,495 miles
  • 2019 – 112,813 miles
  • 2018 – 108,536 miles
  • 2017 – 105,135 miles
  • 2016 – 100,489 miles
  • 2015 – 95,338 miles
  • 2014 – 90,731 miles
  • 2012 – 85,854 miles
  • 2011 – 82,414 miles
  • 2010 – 79,516 miles
  • 2009 – 76,665 miles
  • 2008 – 73,669 miles
  • 2007 – 70,606 miles
  • 2006 – 66,220 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,389 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush upper bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight oil seepage from rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear crossmember (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.

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive slight engine oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Reverse light not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass126,389 miles (+88)1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    126,389 miles
    Test number
    837536180120
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush upper bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight oil seepage from rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Fail126,301 miles (+1,858)1 dangerous4 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,301 miles
    Test number
    165599672039
    • DangerousFront Axle fractured (5.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working
  3. Pass124,443 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    124,443 miles
    Test number
    727982804050
    • AdvisoryFront Axle deformed but serviceable (5.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  4. Fail124,439 miles (+1,656)2 dangerous9 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,439 miles
    Test number
    590384062429
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking diesel return pipe cylinder 1 (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm joint (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  5. Pass122,783 miles (+3)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    122,783 miles
    Test number
    472613699234
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight oil leak from rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front tyres worn unevenly (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail122,780 miles (+1,896)6 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,780 miles
    Test number
    777061720416
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front tyres worn unevenly (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass120,884 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    120,884 miles
    Test number
    702891283563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail120,878 miles (+4,383)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,878 miles
    Test number
    990525743088
    • MajorCentral Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  9. Pass116,495 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    116,495 miles
    Test number
    573072934196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak
    • AdvisorySpare wheel missing at time of test
  10. Fail116,495 miles (+3,682)1 dangerous7 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,495 miles
    Test number
    148852448073
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorSteering system excessively rough (2.1.1 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front spot light not working
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak
    • AdvisorySpare wheel missing at time of test
  11. Pass112,813 miles (+146)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    112,813 miles
    Test number
    978039642356
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  12. Fail112,667 miles (+4,131)9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,667 miles
    Test number
    270191052658
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn banjo arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn banjo arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSteering arm deformed (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorSteering component deformed steering damper damaged (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  13. Pass108,536 miles (+3,401)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    108,536 miles
    Test number
    340468402506
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm(uneven wear) (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
  14. Pass105,135 miles (+4,646)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    105,135 miles
    Test number
    937234424668
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement banjo arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisorySteering damper bushes worn
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked on nearside edge drivers view not impaired
  15. Pass100,489 miles (+217)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    100,489 miles
    Test number
    398593608241
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryBull bar damaged
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering damper bushes slightly worn
  16. Fail100,272 miles (+4,934)9 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,272 miles
    Test number
    407505820234
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement banjo arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement banjo arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear cross member slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
  17. Pass95,338 miles (+4,607)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    95,338 miles
    Test number
    578827055029
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
  18. Pass90,731 miles (+3)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    90,731 miles
    Test number
    118190114048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFluid from clutch slave
    • NoteSlight corrosion on bulkhead
  19. Fail90,728 miles (+4,874)5 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,728 miles
    Test number
    776118304070
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFluid from clutch slave
  20. Pass85,854 miles (+3,440)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    85,854 miles
    Test number
    196221852279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear tyres 3mm
  21. Pass82,414 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    82,414 miles
    Test number
    448687281123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  22. Fail82,414 miles (+2,898)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,414 miles
    Test number
    248467081471
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  23. Pass79,516 miles (+28)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    79,516 miles
    Test number
    462720410211
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSteering damper bushes deteriorated
  24. Fail79,488 miles (+2,823)5 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,488 miles
    Test number
    154093600286
    • FailureBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureTrack rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSteering damper bushes deteriorated
  25. Pass76,665 miles (+2,996)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    76,665 miles
    Test number
    693681599181
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside end of front steering damper bush deteriorated
    • NoteRear shock absorber lower bushes deteriorated
  26. Pass73,669 miles (+3)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    73,669 miles
    Test number
    161458408223
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak
  27. Fail73,666 miles (+3,060)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,666 miles
    Test number
    340447708434
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak
  28. Pass70,606 miles (+5)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    70,606 miles
    Test number
    702407897145
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOil leak
  29. Fail70,601 miles (+4,381)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,601 miles
    Test number
    290213097160
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOil leak
  30. Pass66,220 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    66,220 miles
    Test number
    940389276123
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  31. Fail66,220 miles3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,220 miles
    Test number
    402588076127
    • FailureFront registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about R599 GCV

Does R599 GCV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R599 GCV is valid until 30 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on R599 GCV?
The MOT on R599 GCV is valid until 30 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R599 GCV done?
R599 GCV was recorded at 126,389 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2025, an average of 3,110 miles a year.
Has R599 GCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R599 GCV has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on R599 GCV 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 GCV find?
R599 GCV passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 14 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly loose; front coil spring corroded; front outer brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 12 more.

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