Rover 618
White · Petrol · 1999 · 1,797 cc
T279 SCEMOT history
T279 SCE is a white petrol Rover 618 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 140,316 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2025.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 28 Jul 2026
- Mileage
- 140,316 mi
- At MOT on 18 Jul 2025
- MOT tests
- 27
- 19 passed · 8 failed
- Per year
- 4,649 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T279 SCE
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Rover
- Model
- 618
- Colour
- White
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,797 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 31 Dec 1999
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 28 Jul 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 18 Jul 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
T279 SCE was last recorded at 140,316 miles on 18 Jul 2025, 3,613 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 136,703 miles · 29 Jul 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 3,613 miles
- Average per year
- 4,649 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 140,316 miles
- 2024 – 136,703 miles
- 2023 – 135,404 miles
- 2022 – 133,863 miles
- 2021 – 130,617 miles
- 2019 – 128,068 miles
- 2018 – 124,578 miles
- 2017 – 116,674 miles
- 2016 – 111,232 miles
- 2015 – 105,543 miles
- 2014 – 100,306 miles
- 2013 – 95,241 miles
- 2012 – 87,710 miles
- 2011 – 80,408 miles
- 2010 – 74,010 miles
- 2009 – 68,169 miles
- 2008 – 62,791 miles
- 2007 – 56,944 miles
- 2006 – 51,631 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass140,316 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
- 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))
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.
Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault
Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Items removed from driver's view prior to test
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012
Full MOT history
27 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass140,316 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jul 2026
- Odometer
- 140,316 miles
- Test number
- 338396041106
- 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))
Fail140,316 miles (+3,613)2 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 140,316 miles
- Test number
- 180074764836
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- 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))
Pass136,703 miles (+2)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jul 2025
- Odometer
- 136,703 miles
- Test number
- 939262763708
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail136,701 miles (+1,297)3 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 136,701 miles
- Test number
- 875946169933
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass135,404 miles1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jul 2024
- Odometer
- 135,404 miles
- Test number
- 268396947385
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisorySILL COVERS FITTED / PLASTIC COVERS FITTED AROUND FRONT END / slight corrosion on o/s/r disc / oil leaks / rear tyres perishing // fuel filler pipes corroding
- AdvisorySRS light on
- AdvisoryCorrosion on o/s/f box section
- AdvisoryN/s/f inner cv boot perishing / corrosion on o/s/r inner sill /
Fail135,404 miles (+1,541)3 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 135,404 miles
- Test number
- 348822407978
- MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour side repeator (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour side repeator (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisorySILL COVERS FITTED / PLASTIC COVERS FITTED AROUND FRONT END / slight corrosion on o/s/r disc / oil leaks / rear tyres perishing // fuel filler pipes corroding
- AdvisorySRS light on
- AdvisoryCorrosion on o/s/f box section
- AdvisoryN/s/f inner cv boot perishing / corrosion on o/s/r inner sill /
Pass133,863 miles (+6)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jul 2023
- Odometer
- 133,863 miles
- Test number
- 213546360103
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
Fail133,857 miles (+3,240)2 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 133,857 miles
- Test number
- 455325621032
- MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
Pass130,617 miles4 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jun 2022
- Odometer
- 130,617 miles
- Test number
- 562966463445
- MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFuel filler pipes corroded
Fail130,617 miles (+2,549)2 repaired4 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 130,617 miles
- Test number
- 613512632186
- Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFuel filler pipes corroded
Pass128,068 miles (+3,490)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Aug 2020
- Odometer
- 128,068 miles
- Test number
- 333648310058
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass124,578 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Aug 2019
- Odometer
- 124,578 miles
- Test number
- 581549452995
- AdvisoryCovers impede parts of the inspection.
- AdvisoryFront number plate cracked.
- AdvisoryOffside front and nearside front suspension lower ball joint gaiters perishing.
- AdvisoryOffside rear and nearside rear suspension upper ball joint gaiters perishing.
- AdvisorySlight play in offside rear suspension upper ball joint.
Fail124,578 miles (+119)1 repaired5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 124,578 miles
- Test number
- 385934215028
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryCovers impede parts of the inspection.
- AdvisoryFront number plate cracked.
- AdvisoryOffside front and nearside front suspension lower ball joint gaiters perishing.
- AdvisoryOffside rear and nearside rear suspension upper ball joint gaiters perishing.
- AdvisorySlight play in offside rear suspension upper ball joint.
Fail124,459 miles (+7,785)1 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 124,459 miles
- Test number
- 288074091731
- MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced /suspension mount area's - Door shut (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCorrosion to rear inner arch area's & rear of floor area's
- AdvisorySill covers fitted to nearside & offside sills
Pass116,674 miles (+5,442)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2018
- Odometer
- 116,674 miles
- Test number
- 672771687362
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass111,232 miles (+5,689)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2017
- Odometer
- 111,232 miles
- Test number
- 734021480762
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass105,543 miles (+5,237)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2016
- Odometer
- 105,543 miles
- Test number
- 966133248622
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryCorrosion to front and rear chassis both sides
Pass100,306 miles (+5,065)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2015
- Odometer
- 100,306 miles
- Test number
- 658519494179
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass95,241 miles (+7,531)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 95,241 miles
- Test number
- 808376293132
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass87,710 miles (+7,302)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 87,710 miles
- Test number
- 376412302428
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Pass80,408 miles (+6,398)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2012
- Odometer
- 80,408 miles
- Test number
- 716913301216
- AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Pass74,010 miles (+5,841)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jul 2011
- Odometer
- 74,010 miles
- Test number
- 151798980185
- AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass68,169 miles (+5,378)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jul 2010
- Odometer
- 68,169 miles
- Test number
- 271395499472
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass62,791 miles
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jul 2009
- Odometer
- 62,791 miles
- Test number
- 152373088108
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail62,791 miles (+5,847)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 62,791 miles
- Test number
- 614133288114
- FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
- FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Pass56,944 miles (+5,313)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jul 2008
- Odometer
- 56,944 miles
- Test number
- 133454487186
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Pass51,631 miles
- MOT expiry
- 19 Jun 2007
- Odometer
- 51,631 miles
- Test number
- 602411676131
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T279 SCE
- Does T279 SCE currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on T279 SCE expired on 28 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on T279 SCE?
- The MOT on T279 SCE expired on 28 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has T279 SCE done?
- T279 SCE was recorded at 140,316 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2025, an average of 4,649 miles a year.
- Has T279 SCE ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T279 SCE has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2025.
- Has the mileage on T279 SCE 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 T279 SCE find?
- T279 SCE passed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.
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