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Rover 218

Purple · Petrol · 1998 · 1,796 cc

R599 VBLMOT history

R599 VBL is a purple petrol Rover 218 first used on 2 Jan 1998. Its MOT is valid until 4 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 153,328 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Nov 2026
Mileage
153,328 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,183 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R599 VBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
218
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
2 Jan 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R599 VBL was last recorded at 153,328 miles on 27 Oct 2025, 5,179 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,149 miles · 5 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
5,179 miles
Average per year
2,183 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 153,328 miles
  • 2024 – 148,149 miles
  • 2023 – 143,071 miles
  • 2022 – 137,688 miles
  • 2020 – 137,637 miles
  • 2019 – 134,862 miles
  • 2018 – 133,196 miles
  • 2017 – 132,806 miles
  • 2016 – 130,752 miles
  • 2015 – 129,681 miles
  • 2014 – 127,164 miles
  • 2013 – 123,185 miles
  • 2011 – 120,897 miles
  • 2010 – 119,218 miles
  • 2009 – 118,553 miles
  • 2008 – 116,273 miles
  • 2007 – 114,081 miles
  • 2006 – 110,139 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,328 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Power steering pump has slight seepage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Outer sill corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2020

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 13 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,328 miles (+5,179)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    153,328 miles
    Test number
    825361412622
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass148,149 miles (+42)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    148,149 miles
    Test number
    536548851470
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail148,107 miles (+5,036)5 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,107 miles
    Test number
    397298448462
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass143,071 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    143,071 miles
    Test number
    647467642855
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi joint poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Fail143,071 miles (+5,383)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,071 miles
    Test number
    335975147075
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi in poor condition

  6. Pass137,688 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    137,688 miles
    Test number
    687631068351
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail137,688 miles (+51)1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,688 miles
    Test number
    867597097082
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass137,637 miles (+2,775)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    137,637 miles
    Test number
    908357772628
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass134,862 miles (+1,666)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    134,862 miles
    Test number
    518205068911
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass133,196 miles (+390)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    133,196 miles
    Test number
    358439256575
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill corroded

  11. Pass132,806 miles (+2,054)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    132,806 miles
    Test number
    775640570546
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement play (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside rear outer sill
    • AdvisoryDampness around power steering pump
    • AdvisoryDampness around power steering pump
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi joint in poor condition

  12. Pass130,752 miles (+1,071)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    130,752 miles
    Test number
    466840667412
    • AdvisoryBoth front anti roll bar drop link bushes worn
    • AdvisoryBoth rear trailing arm bushes worn
    • AdvisoryDampness around power steering pump
    • AdvisoryOffside rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubbers worn

  13. Pass129,681 miles (+2,517)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    129,681 miles
    Test number
    217129635468
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear outer sill has corrosion
    • NoteSlight dampness around power steering pump area

  14. Pass127,164 miles (+3,979)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    127,164 miles
    Test number
    878284304028
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear outer seals slight corrosion

  15. Pass123,185 miles (+2,288)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    123,185 miles
    Test number
    587955123089
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass120,897 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    120,897 miles
    Test number
    189886351359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail120,891 miles (+24)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,891 miles
    Test number
    619486751395
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail120,867 miles (+1,649)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,867 miles
    Test number
    615988041370
    • 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)

  19. Pass119,218 miles (+665)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    119,218 miles
    Test number
    341775660368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass118,553 miles (+968)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    118,553 miles
    Test number
    111075259335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass117,585 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    117,585 miles
    Test number
    744196809097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail117,581 miles (+1,308)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,581 miles
    Test number
    171225209081
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass116,273 miles (+2,192)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    116,273 miles
    Test number
    633683008030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass114,081 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    114,081 miles
    Test number
    632124307053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail114,077 miles (+3,938)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,077 miles
    Test number
    191513007029
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass110,139 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    110,139 miles
    Test number
    592853416050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail110,139 miles4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,139 miles
    Test number
    152503516093
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight play o/s steering rack

Questions about R599 VBL

Does R599 VBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R599 VBL is valid until 4 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on R599 VBL?
The MOT on R599 VBL is valid until 4 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R599 VBL done?
R599 VBL was recorded at 153,328 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2025, an average of 2,183 miles a year.
Has R599 VBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R599 VBL has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on R599 VBL 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 VBL find?
R599 VBL passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear, and 4 more.

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