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Rover 214

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,396 cc

T180 DCUMOT history

T180 DCU is a green petrol Rover 214 first used on 3 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 51,989 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Aug 2027
Mileage
51,989 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,779 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T180 DCU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
214
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T180 DCU was last recorded at 51,989 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 3,275 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,714 miles · 15 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,275 miles
Average per year
1,779 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,989 miles
  • 2025 – 48,714 miles
  • 2024 – 43,098 miles
  • 2023 – 38,877 miles
  • 2022 – 32,943 miles
  • 2020 – 30,599 miles
  • 2019 – 26,321 miles
  • 2012 – 26,292 miles
  • 2011 – 24,532 miles
  • 2010 – 23,248 miles
  • 2009 – 21,395 miles
  • 2008 – 19,952 miles
  • 2007 – 17,864 miles
  • 2006 – 16,412 miles
  • 2005 – 14,766 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,989 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • 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 sill (5.3.6 (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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,989 miles (+3,275)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    51,989 miles
    Test number
    943583291983
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass48,714 miles (+5,616)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    48,714 miles
    Test number
    712021715031
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills showing signs of corrosion

  3. Pass43,098 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    43,098 miles
    Test number
    739827441182
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail43,098 miles (+4,221)3 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,098 miles
    Test number
    650559772578
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass38,877 miles (+5,934)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    38,877 miles
    Test number
    682930208556
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass32,943 miles (+2,344)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    32,943 miles
    Test number
    911628935486
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass30,599 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    30,599 miles
    Test number
    963405369290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail30,599 miles (+4,278)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,599 miles
    Test number
    418732146639
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass26,321 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    26,321 miles
    Test number
    197560563499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass26,292 miles (+1,760)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    26,292 miles
    Test number
    269959792242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass24,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    24,532 miles
    Test number
    306415541412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail24,532 miles (+1,284)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,532 miles
    Test number
    816315541248
    • DangerousNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass23,248 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    23,248 miles
    Test number
    490453750241
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail23,248 miles (+1,853)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,248 miles
    Test number
    502873550243
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass21,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    21,395 miles
    Test number
    384730959415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail21,395 miles (+1,443)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,395 miles
    Test number
    350670259298
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  17. Pass19,952 miles (+2,088)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    19,952 miles
    Test number
    171172558298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail17,864 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,864 miles
    Test number
    670846847248
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  19. Pass17,864 miles (+1,452)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    17,864 miles
    Test number
    891646747264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass16,412 miles (+1,646)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    16,412 miles
    Test number
    111184956217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass14,766 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    14,766 miles
    Test number
    203775255284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail14,766 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,766 miles
    Test number
    750405355244
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Questions about T180 DCU

Does T180 DCU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T180 DCU is valid until 16 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T180 DCU?
The MOT on T180 DCU is valid until 16 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T180 DCU done?
T180 DCU was recorded at 51,989 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 1,779 miles a year.
Has T180 DCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T180 DCU has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T180 DCU 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 T180 DCU find?
T180 DCU passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill, and 5 more.

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