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Rover 216

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,589 cc

T129 KBYMOT history

T129 KBY is a green petrol Rover 216 first used on 23 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Nov 2021 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 48,442 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Nov 2021
Mileage
48,442 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2021
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,965 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T129 KBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
216
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,589 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Nov 2021
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

T129 KBY was last recorded at 48,442 miles on 1 Nov 2021, 2,614 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,828 miles · 4 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
2,614 miles
Average per year
1,965 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 48,442 miles
  • 2020 – 45,828 miles
  • 2019 – 40,894 miles
  • 2018 – 37,622 miles
  • 2017 – 34,063 miles
  • 2016 – 31,290 miles
  • 2015 – 28,235 miles
  • 2014 – 23,608 miles
  • 2013 – 22,644 miles
  • 2012 – 21,812 miles
  • 2011 – 21,014 miles
  • 2010 – 20,015 miles
  • 2009 – 19,628 miles
  • 2008 – 18,884 miles
  • 2007 – 17,869 miles
  • 2006 – 17,080 miles
  • 2005 – 16,317 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail48,442 miles
  • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level 2 out 5 ok (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on shoulders (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryHeat shield loose on cat

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill getting thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 27 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail48,442 miles (+2,614)7 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,442 miles
    Test number
    987408520212
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level 2 out 5 ok (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on shoulders (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield loose on cat

  2. Pass45,828 miles (+42)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    45,828 miles
    Test number
    113615898189
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill getting thin (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail45,786 miles (+4,892)6 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,786 miles
    Test number
    111436694056
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill getting thin (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass40,894 miles (+156)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    40,894 miles
    Test number
    174278710551
    • AdvisoryNearside Front cv gaiter perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front anti roll bar droplink bush perished
    • AdvisoryBattery insecure not likely to fall from carrier
    • AdvisorySteering lock doesn't engage

  5. Fail40,738 miles (+3,116)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,738 miles
    Test number
    862174670827
    • MajorEmissions not tested major leak of exhaust gases (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength next to suspension mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering lock not engaging

  6. Pass37,622 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    37,622 miles
    Test number
    429152112207
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Fail37,620 miles (+3,557)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,620 miles
    Test number
    201721598762
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass34,063 miles (+2,773)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    34,063 miles
    Test number
    673637331067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass31,290 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    31,290 miles
    Test number
    614330175624
    • 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 tyre perished, has slight bulge to outer sidewall and low (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Fail31,289 miles (+3,054)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,289 miles
    Test number
    896736030200
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed tyre perished and cracked (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • 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 tyre perished, has slight bulge to outer sidewall and low (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass28,235 miles (+3)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    28,235 miles
    Test number
    696961685118
    • NoteNoise from front n/s brake?
    • NoteUnable to remove ignition key to check steering lock

  12. Fail28,232 miles (+4,624)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,232 miles
    Test number
    245505075405
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNoise from front n/s brake?
    • NoteUnable to remove ignition key to check steering lock

  13. Pass23,608 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    23,608 miles
    Test number
    918896194108
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  14. Fail23,608 miles (+964)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,608 miles
    Test number
    488746994108
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  15. Pass22,644 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    22,644 miles
    Test number
    256187593134
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail22,644 miles (+832)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,644 miles
    Test number
    337307093157
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass21,812 miles (+798)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    21,812 miles
    Test number
    247324192110
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass21,014 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    21,014 miles
    Test number
    728373791102
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail21,014 miles (+999)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,014 miles
    Test number
    385302191105
    • FailureBrake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass20,015 miles (+387)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    20,015 miles
    Test number
    724493380125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,628 miles (+744)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    19,628 miles
    Test number
    504164699132
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass18,884 miles (+1,015)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    18,884 miles
    Test number
    804657958107
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass17,869 miles (+789)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    17,869 miles
    Test number
    862508757107
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass17,080 miles (+763)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    17,080 miles
    Test number
    411024966164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass16,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    16,317 miles
    Test number
    484088675129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T129 KBY

Does T129 KBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T129 KBY expired on 3 Nov 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T129 KBY?
The MOT on T129 KBY expired on 3 Nov 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T129 KBY done?
T129 KBY was recorded at 48,442 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2021, an average of 1,965 miles a year.
Has T129 KBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T129 KBY has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T129 KBY 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 T129 KBY find?
T129 KBY failed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2021 with 7 major defects, 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: emissions not tested; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; nearside windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 12 more.

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