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Rover 623

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 2,256 cc

S65 MECMOT history

S65 MEC is a green petrol Rover 623 first used on 5 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 27 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 82,232 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Oct 2023
Mileage
82,232 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2022
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,783 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S65 MEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
623
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,256 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
5 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S65 MEC was last recorded at 82,232 miles on 28 Oct 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,232 miles · 20 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,783 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 82,232 miles
  • 2021 – 81,706 miles
  • 2020 – 81,174 miles
  • 2019 – 80,393 miles
  • 2018 – 78,655 miles
  • 2017 – 77,049 miles
  • 2016 – 72,163 miles
  • 2015 – 69,805 miles
  • 2014 – 67,195 miles
  • 2013 – 64,733 miles
  • 2012 – 62,928 miles
  • 2011 – 59,319 miles
  • 2010 – 55,452 miles
  • 2009 – 50,663 miles
  • 2008 – 46,690 miles
  • 2007 – 41,547 miles
  • 2006 – 35,805 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,232 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous5 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 20 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,232 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    82,232 miles
    Test number
    658693702905
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail82,232 miles (+526)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,232 miles
    Test number
    602789147637
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipes at rear o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass81,706 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    81,706 miles
    Test number
    492293297977
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail81,704 miles (+530)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,704 miles
    Test number
    495339707973
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront gearbox oil cooler pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65x15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass81,174 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    81,174 miles
    Test number
    399815203002
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail81,174 miles (+781)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,174 miles
    Test number
    849689392491
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass80,393 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    80,393 miles
    Test number
    931927610147
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc dust pate corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail80,393 miles (+1,738)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,393 miles
    Test number
    939254419875
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc dust pate corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass78,655 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    78,655 miles
    Test number
    225346412412
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at flex (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail78,650 miles (+1,601)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,650 miles
    Test number
    364641035682
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system at flex (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at flex (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass77,049 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    77,049 miles
    Test number
    799735314482
    • AdvisoryNearside Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

  12. Fail77,027 miles (+4,864)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,027 miles
    Test number
    577819482410
    • FailureNearside Front Outer 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 Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear rear brake recording little or no effort both ns/os (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

  13. Pass72,163 miles (+2,358)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    72,163 miles
    Test number
    182059883693
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s and o/s at flex (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass69,805 miles (+91)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    69,805 miles
    Test number
    755966915269
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  15. Fail69,714 miles (+2,519)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,714 miles
    Test number
    226748695423
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass67,195 miles (+14)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    67,195 miles
    Test number
    637749504227
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteNear side rear wheel arch corroded

  17. Fail67,181 miles (+2,448)7 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,181 miles
    Test number
    965274504295
    • 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 Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteNear side rear wheel arch corroded

  18. Pass64,733 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    64,733 miles
    Test number
    947105403267
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s mirror glass cracked
    • NoteSrs light stays on

  19. Fail64,733 miles (+1,805)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,733 miles
    Test number
    396664203209
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • 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 position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s mirror glass cracked
    • NoteSrs light stays on

  20. Pass62,928 miles (+3,609)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    62,928 miles
    Test number
    398919492163
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSrs light staying on

  21. Pass59,319 miles (+3,867)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    59,319 miles
    Test number
    307422801441
    • NoteBoth front brake discs slightly corroded on inside

  22. Pass55,452 miles (+28)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    55,452 miles
    Test number
    913151010209
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteCentre stop light not working
    • NoteDamage to n/s/f bumper
    • NoteSrs light stays on when engine running

  23. Fail55,424 miles (+4,761)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,424 miles
    Test number
    203689400233
    • FailureFront registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteCentre stop light not working
    • NoteDamage to n/s/f bumper
    • NoteSrs light stays on when engine running

  24. Pass50,663 miles (+3,973)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    50,663 miles
    Test number
    982404009217
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth airbags activated
    • NoteOffside rear door wont open

  25. Pass46,690 miles (+5,143)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    46,690 miles
    Test number
    243952018246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass41,547 miles (+5,742)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    41,547 miles
    Test number
    601003017200
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass35,805 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    35,805 miles
    Test number
    953292256096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail35,803 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,803 miles
    Test number
    432531156028
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about S65 MEC

Does S65 MEC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S65 MEC expired on 27 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S65 MEC?
The MOT on S65 MEC expired on 27 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S65 MEC done?
S65 MEC was recorded at 82,232 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2022, an average of 2,783 miles a year.
Has S65 MEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S65 MEC has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on S65 MEC 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 S65 MEC find?
S65 MEC passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2022 with 3 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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