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Rover 820

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,994 cc

R599 MTDMOT history

R599 MTD is a green petrol Rover 820 first used on 29 Jan 1998. Its MOT is valid until 15 May 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 79,882 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 May 2027
Mileage
79,882 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,375 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R599 MTD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
820
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
29 Jan 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 May 2027
Latest MOT test
16 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R599 MTD was last recorded at 79,882 miles on 16 May 2026, 119 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 May 2012.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,763 miles · 4 May 2012
Between the last two tests
119 miles
Average per year
1,375 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,882 miles
  • 2012 – 79,763 miles
  • 2011 – 77,380 miles
  • 2010 – 72,112 miles
  • 2009 – 66,471 miles
  • 2008 – 61,145 miles
  • 2007 – 56,350 miles
  • 2006 – 51,963 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,882 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.

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

11 tests since 25 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,882 miles (+119)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2027
    Odometer
    79,882 miles
    Test number
    564103777985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass79,763 miles (+4)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    79,763 miles
    Test number
    619545622174
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteCorrosion forming on vehicle underside
    • NoteDrivers side front brake pipe slightly corroded
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  3. Fail79,759 miles (+2,379)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,759 miles
    Test number
    579157332064
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteExhaust blowing slightly
    • NoteFuel filler neck corroded
    • NoteSlight corrosion forming on underside

  4. Pass77,380 miles (+5,268)4 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    77,380 miles
    Test number
    145290321029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteBoth front brake pipes corroded, drivers side worse advise replacement within six months
    • NoteCorrosion forming on vehicle underside and sill
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteFreeplay present in steering rack and leaking slightly on the passenger side
    • NotePassenger side front outer C.V boot deteriorated
    • NoteSlight engine oil leak and gearbox oil leak
    • NoteSteel ends of both front flexible brake hoses corroded

  5. Pass72,112 miles3 advisories9 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    72,112 miles
    Test number
    353883510084
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteCorrosion forming on vehicle sills
    • NoteDrivers side rear tyre worn down to 3-4mm of tread
    • NoteFront sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened
    • NotePassenger side front tyre worn down to 3-4mm of tread
    • NotePower steering oil leak from steering rack
    • NoteRear number plate slightly faded
    • NoteSLIGHT freeplay in both bottom ball joints
    • NoteSlight corrosion forming on inner face of passenger side rear brake disc
    • NoteSuspect front brake pads slightly low and discs slightly worn

  6. Fail72,112 miles (+5,641)1 failure3 advisories9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,112 miles
    Test number
    262413410096
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteCorrosion forming on vehicle sills
    • NoteDrivers side rear tyre worn down to 3-4mm of tread
    • NoteFront sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened
    • NotePassenger side front tyre worn down to 3-4mm of tread
    • NotePower steering oil leak from steering rack
    • NoteRear number plate slightly faded
    • NoteSLIGHT freeplay in both bottom ball joints
    • NoteSlight corrosion forming on inner face of passenger side rear brake disc
    • NoteSuspect front brake pads slightly low and discs slightly worn

  7. Pass66,471 miles (+5,326)2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    66,471 miles
    Test number
    774510029010
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteCorrosion present on vehicle sills
    • NotePassenger side of steering rack leaking slightly
    • NoteRear number plate slightly faded
    • NoteSLIGHT freeplay in both bottom balljoints
    • NoteSlight corrosion on front brake pipes
    • NoteSuspect 3-4,000 miles left on front brake pads and discs slightly worn

  8. Pass61,145 miles (+4,795)2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    61,145 miles
    Test number
    353845118097
    • AdvisoryFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteCentre stop light defective
    • NoteFRont brake discs slightly worn-advise replacement when pads due (4-5,000 miles)
    • NoteRear suspension bushes deteriorated
    • NoteSlight corrosion forming on vehicle sills
    • NoteSlight power steering oil leak-passenger side of steering rack
    • NoteSuspect alternator bearings noisey

  9. Pass56,350 miles (+4,387)2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    56,350 miles
    Test number
    970015127028
    • AdvisoryFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteAlternator belt perished (minor cracks present)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded and blowing slightly (temporary repair carried out on middle section)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn-advise replacement when pads due (approx.4-5,000 miles)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded (drivers side worse)
    • NoteRear suspension inner bushes perished
    • NoteSlight power steering oil leak-passenger side of steering rack

  10. Pass51,963 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    51,963 miles
    Test number
    682755626001
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  11. Fail51,963 miles1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,963 miles
    Test number
    293315026034
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear inner track control arm bushes perished
    • NoteSlight power steering oil leak-steering rack area

Questions about R599 MTD

Does R599 MTD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R599 MTD is valid until 15 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on R599 MTD?
The MOT on R599 MTD is valid until 15 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R599 MTD done?
R599 MTD was recorded at 79,882 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2026, an average of 1,375 miles a year.
Has R599 MTD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R599 MTD has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2012.
Has the mileage on R599 MTD 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 MTD find?
R599 MTD passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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