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Rover 218

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,796 cc

R8 TVCMOT history

R8 TVC is a red petrol Rover 218 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 161,072 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
161,072 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,512 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R8 TVC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
218
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R8 TVC was last recorded at 161,072 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 1,650 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,422 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,650 miles
Average per year
5,512 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,072 miles
  • 2025 – 159,422 miles
  • 2024 – 153,931 miles
  • 2023 – 146,275 miles
  • 2022 – 139,504 miles
  • 2021 – 138,390 miles
  • 2019 – 137,679 miles
  • 2018 – 130,764 miles
  • 2017 – 125,561 miles
  • 2016 – 119,863 miles
  • 2015 – 113,593 miles
  • 2014 – 101,140 miles
  • 2012 – 98,629 miles
  • 2011 – 88,341 miles
  • 2010 – 80,663 miles
  • 2009 – 72,671 miles
  • 2008 – 65,483 miles
  • 2007 – 58,937 miles
  • 2006 – 51,217 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,072 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 26 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    161,072 miles
    Test number
    822178385033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail161,072 miles (+1,650)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,072 miles
    Test number
    840622628930
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass159,422 miles (+5,491)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    159,422 miles
    Test number
    712998597982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass153,931 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    153,931 miles
    Test number
    467827256645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail153,902 miles (+7,627)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,902 miles
    Test number
    373023574930
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  6. Pass146,275 miles (+6,771)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    146,275 miles
    Test number
    393221229102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass139,504 miles (+1,114)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    139,504 miles
    Test number
    906453243040
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass138,390 miles (+711)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    138,390 miles
    Test number
    151837348767
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement link pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass137,679 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    137,679 miles
    Test number
    613338602567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail137,671 miles (+6,907)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,671 miles
    Test number
    283829388229
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass130,764 miles (+5,203)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    130,764 miles
    Test number
    508205058229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass125,561 miles (+5,698)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    125,561 miles
    Test number
    250799887461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass119,863 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    119,863 miles
    Test number
    807192078086
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail119,860 miles (+6,267)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,860 miles
    Test number
    245345079919
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • 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 Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass113,593 miles (+12,453)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    113,593 miles
    Test number
    439449277645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass101,140 miles (+2,511)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    101,140 miles
    Test number
    725817164225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass98,629 miles (+10,288)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    98,629 miles
    Test number
    855608492142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass88,341 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    88,341 miles
    Test number
    287766681432
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail88,336 miles (+7,673)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,336 miles
    Test number
    285135681483
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass80,663 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    80,663 miles
    Test number
    244085990449
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail80,663 miles (+7,992)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,663 miles
    Test number
    982845490117
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass72,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    72,671 miles
    Test number
    984108499181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail72,666 miles (+7,183)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,666 miles
    Test number
    883198999114
    • 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)

  24. Pass65,483 miles (+6,546)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    65,483 miles
    Test number
    513190608238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass58,937 miles (+7,720)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    58,937 miles
    Test number
    770146607279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass51,217 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    51,217 miles
    Test number
    302567206427
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about R8 TVC

Does R8 TVC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R8 TVC is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on R8 TVC?
The MOT on R8 TVC is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R8 TVC done?
R8 TVC was recorded at 161,072 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 5,512 miles a year.
Has R8 TVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R8 TVC has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on R8 TVC 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 R8 TVC find?
R8 TVC passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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