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Rover Mini

Blue and Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,275 cc

R599 LPGMOT history

R599 LPG is a blue and silver petrol Rover Mini first used on 2 Feb 1998. Its MOT expired on 17 Jun 2025 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 21,561 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Jun 2025
Mileage
21,561 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2024
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
R599 LPG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Mini
Colour
Blue and Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
2 Feb 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

R599 LPG was last recorded at 21,561 miles on 18 Jun 2024, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Jul 2009: 5,990 miles, lower than 94,428 miles on 11 Jun 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
21,559 miles · 13 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
2 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 21,561 miles
  • 2022 – 20,791 miles
  • 2020 – 20,472 miles
  • 2018 – 20,430 miles
  • 2017 – 19,843 miles
  • 2015 – 19,832 miles
  • 2014 – 15,086 miles
  • 2013 – 10,747 miles
  • 2012 – 9,959 miles
  • 2011 – 6,219 miles
  • 2009 – 5,990 miles
  • 2008 – 94,428 miles
  • 2007 – 85,461 miles
  • 2006 – 75,768 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass21,561 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass21,561 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    21,561 miles
    Test number
    546999992516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail21,559 miles (+768)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,559 miles
    Test number
    778726263590
    • MajorCentral Emissions unable to be completed engine started to over heat (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working warning light on dash not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn tie rod bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass20,791 miles (+319)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    20,791 miles
    Test number
    481041057824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass20,472 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    20,472 miles
    Test number
    853796688321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail20,430 miles (+587)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,430 miles
    Test number
    476355961235
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  6. Pass19,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    19,843 miles
    Test number
    268157811249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail19,843 miles (+11)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,843 miles
    Test number
    425250105402
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  8. Pass19,832 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    19,832 miles
    Test number
    326109509667
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  9. Fail19,831 miles (+4,745)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,831 miles
    Test number
    447259888586
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  10. Pass15,086 miles (+4,339)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    15,086 miles
    Test number
    918167294124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass10,747 miles (+788)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    10,747 miles
    Test number
    826817203250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass9,959 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    9,959 miles
    Test number
    407623492278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. FailMileage not read6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    428702392278
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass6,219 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    6,219 miles
    Test number
    395317901383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail6,217 miles (+227)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,217 miles
    Test number
    708325321285
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  16. Fail5,990 miles (-88,438)5 dangerous9 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,990 miles
    Test number
    210418389408
    • DangerousBrake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • DangerousNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside rear brake drum back plate showing signs of dampness, no visable leak
    • NoteSteering rack mountings have slight play

  17. Pass94,428 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    94,428 miles
    Test number
    552593768154
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSevere oil leak from engine
    • NoteSteering rack moving slightly in D blocks

  18. Fail94,428 miles (+8,967)3 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,428 miles
    Test number
    894793568104
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSevere oil leak from engine
    • NoteSteering rack moving slightly in D blocks

  19. Pass85,461 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    85,461 miles
    Test number
    951811497140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail85,461 miles (+9,693)2 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,461 miles
    Test number
    340144487131
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass75,768 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    75,768 miles
    Test number
    614005266154
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Questions about R599 LPG

Does R599 LPG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R599 LPG expired on 17 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R599 LPG?
The MOT on R599 LPG expired on 17 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R599 LPG done?
R599 LPG was recorded at 21,561 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2024.
Has R599 LPG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R599 LPG has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on R599 LPG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Jul 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R599 LPG find?
R599 LPG passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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