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Rover 620

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,997 cc

T453 SWKMOT history

T453 SWK is a green petrol Rover 620 first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 156,684 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Jan 2023
Mileage
156,684 mi
At MOT on 25 Jan 2023
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,033 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T453 SWK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
620
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T453 SWK was last recorded at 156,684 miles on 25 Jan 2023, 2,190 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,494 miles · 24 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
2,190 miles
Average per year
6,033 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 156,684 miles
  • 2022 – 154,494 miles
  • 2021 – 153,230 miles
  • 2020 – 150,926 miles
  • 2019 – 143,060 miles
  • 2018 – 134,595 miles
  • 2017 – 127,469 miles
  • 2016 – 122,918 miles
  • 2015 – 120,087 miles
  • 2014 – 115,928 miles
  • 2013 – 112,399 miles
  • 2012 – 108,896 miles
  • 2011 – 102,773 miles
  • 2010 – 91,192 miles
  • 2009 – 79,402 miles
  • 2008 – 68,684 miles
  • 2007 – 60,236 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail156,684 miles
  • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFuel pipe leaking filler neck (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear

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.

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

    Dangerous8 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 30 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail156,684 miles (+2,190)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,684 miles
    Test number
    554338427489
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking filler neck (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear

  2. Pass154,494 miles (+1,264)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    154,494 miles
    Test number
    982158093524
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack gaiters slightly perished

  3. Pass153,230 miles (+2,304)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    153,230 miles
    Test number
    264416854316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass150,926 miles (+7,866)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    150,926 miles
    Test number
    800600015194
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at limit (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass143,060 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    143,060 miles
    Test number
    722232735575
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail143,053 miles (+8,458)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,053 miles
    Test number
    969856599332
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases / EMISSIONS NOT TESTED (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking BY RADIATOR (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass134,595 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    134,595 miles
    Test number
    849991730424
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  8. Fail134,591 miles (+7,122)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,591 miles
    Test number
    437073798585
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  9. Pass127,469 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    127,469 miles
    Test number
    758802928205
    • AdvisoryFront suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both upper (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail127,460 miles (+4,542)3 dangerous6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,460 miles
    Test number
    109672875227
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both upper (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass122,918 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    122,918 miles
    Test number
    180512309490
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer area (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront discs appear to be corroded

  12. Fail122,910 miles (+2,823)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,910 miles
    Test number
    992484465812
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer area (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront discs appear to be corroded

  13. Pass120,087 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    120,087 miles
    Test number
    737636925022
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NotePlastic covers over both outer sills unable to fully inspect
    • NoteRear suspension components corroded

  14. Fail120,078 miles (+4,150)3 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,078 miles
    Test number
    358086925079
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NotePlastic covers over both outer sills unable to fully inspect
    • NoteRear suspension components corroded

  15. Pass115,928 miles (+8)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    115,928 miles
    Test number
    817755914005
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront no plate cracked
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe corroded, under cover unable to fully assess

  16. Fail115,920 miles (+3,521)7 failures7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,920 miles
    Test number
    186444114416
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear discs corroded
    • NoteFront no plate cracked
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe corroded, under cover unable to fully assess

  17. Pass112,399 miles (+3,503)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    112,399 miles
    Test number
    796273723079
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting corroded
    • NoteN/s/f bumper damage
    • NoteRear brake discs badly corroded

  18. Pass108,896 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    108,896 miles
    Test number
    357542432072
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail108,890 miles (+6,117)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,890 miles
    Test number
    286652632051
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass102,773 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    102,773 miles
    Test number
    127726321423
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/r brake disc corroded

  21. Fail102,765 miles (+11,573)2 dangerous3 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,765 miles
    Test number
    735536821093
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteFront brake pads low
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges
    • NoteN/s/r brake disc corroded

  22. Pass91,192 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    91,192 miles
    Test number
    834756820030
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • NoteLeft rear tyre worn on both edges
    • NotePlastic covers over both outer sills unable to fully inspect
    • NoteRight rear tyre worn inside edge

  23. Fail91,170 miles (+11,768)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,170 miles
    Test number
    592466120025
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteLeft front tyre worn on both edges close to legal limit
    • NotePark lever close to having no reserve travel
    • NotePlastic covers over both outer sills unable to fully inspect
    • NoteRight front tyre worn on inside edge

  24. Pass79,402 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    79,402 miles
    Test number
    940747829017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail79,395 miles (+10,711)5 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,395 miles
    Test number
    610677329085
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteLittle reserve handbrake travel
    • NoteO/s beam image weak
    • NoteO/s wiper blade split

  26. Pass68,684 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    68,684 miles
    Test number
    902921638046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail68,650 miles (+8,414)2 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,650 miles
    Test number
    470269828039
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass60,236 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    60,236 miles
    Test number
    732980437001
    • NoteOffside front tyre is becoming worn on inside area.

Questions about T453 SWK

Does T453 SWK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T453 SWK expired on 31 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T453 SWK?
The MOT on T453 SWK expired on 31 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T453 SWK done?
T453 SWK was recorded at 156,684 miles at its MOT on 25 Jan 2023, an average of 6,033 miles a year.
Has T453 SWK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T453 SWK has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T453 SWK 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 T453 SWK find?
T453 SWK failed its latest MOT on 25 Jan 2023 with 5 major defects and 2 advisories: central exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; fuel pipe leaking filler neck; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 4 more.

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