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Rover 618

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,850 cc

T489 BANMOT history

T489 BAN is a red petrol Rover 618 first used on 26 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 Oct 2025 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 176,889 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Oct 2025
Mileage
176,889 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2024
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,111 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T489 BAN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
618
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,850 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T489 BAN was last recorded at 176,889 miles on 22 Oct 2024, 3,161 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,728 miles · 1 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
3,161 miles
Average per year
5,111 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 176,889 miles
  • 2023 – 173,728 miles
  • 2022 – 170,288 miles
  • 2021 – 167,833 miles
  • 2020 – 166,598 miles
  • 2019 – 163,863 miles
  • 2018 – 159,593 miles
  • 2017 – 153,857 miles
  • 2016 – 146,757 miles
  • 2015 – 138,022 miles
  • 2014 – 130,673 miles
  • 2013 – 122,188 miles
  • 2012 – 116,063 miles
  • 2011 – 111,458 miles
  • 2010 – 107,320 miles
  • 2009 – 102,486 miles
  • 2008 – 98,170 miles
  • 2007 – 93,866 miles
  • 2006 – 86,709 miles
  • 2005 – 79,718 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,889 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor5 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 18 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,889 miles (+3,161)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    176,889 miles
    Test number
    833896829044
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

  2. Pass173,728 miles (+11)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    173,728 miles
    Test number
    615876189214
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail173,717 miles (+3,429)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,717 miles
    Test number
    497172448305
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass170,288 miles (+2,455)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    170,288 miles
    Test number
    157976575486
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass167,833 miles (+1,235)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    167,833 miles
    Test number
    919509963751
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass166,598 miles (+2,735)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    166,598 miles
    Test number
    532163499206
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass163,863 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    163,863 miles
    Test number
    165743163640
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Fail163,863 miles (+4,270)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,863 miles
    Test number
    609960739799
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass159,593 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    159,593 miles
    Test number
    615248763545
    • MinorFront Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail159,593 miles (+1)3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,593 miles
    Test number
    656620444724
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail159,592 miles (+5,735)5 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,592 miles
    Test number
    415207422667
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass153,857 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    153,857 miles
    Test number
    118231498656
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAll grease boots perished
    • AdvisoryOsr tyre slightly out of shape

  13. Fail153,857 miles (+7,100)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,857 miles
    Test number
    578318553223
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAll grease boots perished
    • AdvisoryOsr tyre slightly out of shape

  14. Pass146,757 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    146,757 miles
    Test number
    412648915631
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront disc corroded
    • AdvisorySlight leak from rear exhaust joint
    • AdvisorySlight play both rear drop links
    • AdvisoryO/s/f disc back plate missing
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre getting low on tread and perished
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from sump

  15. Fail146,757 miles (+8,735)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,757 miles
    Test number
    374503001672
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront disc corroded
    • AdvisorySlight leak from rear exhaust joint
    • AdvisorySlight play both rear drop links
    • AdvisoryO/s/f disc back plate missing
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre getting low on tread and perished
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from sump

  16. Pass138,022 miles (+54)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    138,022 miles
    Test number
    697380040887
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn on the inner edge.

  17. Fail137,968 miles (+7,295)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,968 miles
    Test number
    587354553922
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn on the inner edge.

  18. Fail130,673 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,673 miles
    Test number
    355556384491
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteFront brake disc`s are in a poor condition.
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn close to the legal tread depth limit.(2.0mm).
    • NoteOffside front worn below the legal tread depth limit on the inner edge.

  19. Pass130,673 miles (+8,485)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    130,673 miles
    Test number
    518996284208
    • NoteFront brake disc`s are in a poor condition.
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn close to the legal tread depth limit.(2.0mm).
    • NoteOffside front worn below the legal tread depth limit on the inner edge.

  20. Pass122,188 miles (+93)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    122,188 miles
    Test number
    675894093296
    • NoteFront brake pads are wearing low.

  21. Fail122,095 miles (+6,032)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,095 miles
    Test number
    685979083218
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront brake pads are wearing low.

  22. Pass116,063 miles (+4,605)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    116,063 miles
    Test number
    119096882211
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass111,458 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    111,458 miles
    Test number
    307440781400
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Fail111,458 miles (+4,138)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,458 miles
    Test number
    396260281474
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass107,320 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    107,320 miles
    Test number
    500274270203
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in O/S/F steering rack inner joint

  26. Fail107,309 miles (+4,823)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,309 miles
    Test number
    612754970258
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in O/S/F steering rack inner joint

  27. Pass102,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    102,486 miles
    Test number
    191079979244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail102,486 miles (+4,316)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,486 miles
    Test number
    491359379235
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  29. Pass98,170 miles (+4,304)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    98,170 miles
    Test number
    782089288224
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  30. Pass93,866 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    93,866 miles
    Test number
    113101297261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail93,866 miles (+7,157)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,866 miles
    Test number
    591951797238
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass86,709 miles (+6,991)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    86,709 miles
    Test number
    334062486235
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteSlight distortion front discs

  33. Pass79,718 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    79,718 miles
    Test number
    643701095287
    • NoteOff side rear tyre wearing on outer edge

Questions about T489 BAN

Does T489 BAN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T489 BAN expired on 31 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T489 BAN?
The MOT on T489 BAN expired on 31 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T489 BAN done?
T489 BAN was recorded at 176,889 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2024, an average of 5,111 miles a year.
Has T489 BAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T489 BAN has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T489 BAN 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 T489 BAN find?
T489 BAN passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2024 with 1 advisory: exhaust in poor condition.

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