Rover 416
Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,589 cc
T129 MECMOT history
T129 MEC is a blue petrol Rover 416 first used on 28 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 39,313 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 16 Apr 2027
- Mileage
- 39,313 mi
- At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
- MOT tests
- 23
- 18 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 1,288 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T129 MEC
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Rover
- Model
- 416
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,589 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 28 Apr 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 16 Apr 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T129 MEC was last recorded at 39,313 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 1,256 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.
Mileage went down between tests
- 28 Jan 2022: 31,564 miles, lower than 31,565 miles on 24 Jan 2022.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 38,057 miles · 17 Apr 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 1,256 miles
- Average per year
- 1,288 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 39,313 miles
- 2025 – 38,057 miles
- 2024 – 36,459 miles
- 2023 – 33,919 miles
- 2022 – 31,564 miles
- 2019 – 30,536 miles
- 2017 – 30,508 miles
- 2016 – 30,252 miles
- 2015 – 29,288 miles
- 2014 – 28,407 miles
- 2013 – 27,047 miles
- 2012 – 25,880 miles
- 2011 – 24,826 miles
- 2010 – 23,333 miles
- 2009 – 21,037 miles
- 2008 – 19,075 miles
- 2007 – 16,303 miles
- 2006 – 13,463 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass39,313 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryEngine management light on
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 Windscreen wiper blade defective
Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023
Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Full MOT history
23 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass39,313 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2027
- Odometer
- 39,313 miles
- Test number
- 557848440890
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryEngine management light on
Fail39,313 miles (+1,256)2 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 39,313 miles
- Test number
- 750146606276
- Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryEngine management light on
Pass38,057 miles1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2026
- Odometer
- 38,057 miles
- Test number
- 738899719456
- MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail38,057 miles (+1,598)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 38,057 miles
- Test number
- 484843739338
- DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass36,459 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jan 2025
- Odometer
- 36,459 miles
- Test number
- 465008351424
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail36,459 miles (+2,540)2 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 36,459 miles
- Test number
- 269941149478
- MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass33,919 miles1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jan 2024
- Odometer
- 33,919 miles
- Test number
- 874390178562
- MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail33,919 miles (+2,355)1 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 33,919 miles
- Test number
- 297717973710
- MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass31,564 miles (-1)11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Jan 2023
- Odometer
- 31,564 miles
- Test number
- 887654968739
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorating
Fail31,565 miles (+1,029)2 major10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 31,565 miles
- Test number
- 811273960401
- MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
- MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorating
Pass30,536 miles (+28)
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 30,536 miles
- Test number
- 675005293548
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass30,508 miles (+256)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Mar 2018
- Odometer
- 30,508 miles
- Test number
- 418334978656
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass30,252 miles (+964)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Mar 2017
- Odometer
- 30,252 miles
- Test number
- 115156129368
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass29,288 miles (+881)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Mar 2016
- Odometer
- 29,288 miles
- Test number
- 987206875019
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass28,407 miles (+1,360)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Mar 2015
- Odometer
- 28,407 miles
- Test number
- 376130084099
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass27,047 miles (+1,167)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Mar 2014
- Odometer
- 27,047 miles
- Test number
- 177411983052
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass25,880 miles (+1,054)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Mar 2013
- Odometer
- 25,880 miles
- Test number
- 359651282045
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass24,826 miles (+1,493)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Mar 2012
- Odometer
- 24,826 miles
- Test number
- 666843171080
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass23,333 miles (+2,296)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Mar 2011
- Odometer
- 23,333 miles
- Test number
- 103584170085
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass21,037 miles (+1,962)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Mar 2010
- Odometer
- 21,037 miles
- Test number
- 610335079042
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass19,075 miles (+2,772)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Mar 2009
- Odometer
- 19,075 miles
- Test number
- 820054578021
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass16,303 miles (+2,840)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Mar 2008
- Odometer
- 16,303 miles
- Test number
- 612963977057
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass13,463 miles
- MOT expiry
- 20 Mar 2007
- Odometer
- 13,463 miles
- Test number
- 951470686000
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T129 MEC
- Does T129 MEC currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T129 MEC is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T129 MEC?
- The MOT on T129 MEC is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T129 MEC done?
- T129 MEC was recorded at 39,313 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 1,288 miles a year.
- Has T129 MEC ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T129 MEC has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2026.
- Has the mileage on T129 MEC ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Jan 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on T129 MEC find?
- T129 MEC passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; engine management light on.
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