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Rover 218

Purple · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T923 LOPMOT history

T923 LOP is a purple petrol Rover 218 first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 148,776 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jul 2027
Mileage
148,776 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,639 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T923 LOP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
218
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T923 LOP was last recorded at 148,776 miles on 13 Jul 2026, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,762 miles · 2 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
6,639 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,776 miles
  • 2025 – 147,200 miles
  • 2023 – 147,194 miles
  • 2021 – 146,297 miles
  • 2020 – 144,870 miles
  • 2019 – 140,859 miles
  • 2018 – 136,316 miles
  • 2017 – 130,519 miles
  • 2016 – 125,134 miles
  • 2015 – 119,043 miles
  • 2014 – 101,800 miles
  • 2013 – 86,543 miles
  • 2012 – 68,549 miles
  • 2011 – 53,358 miles
  • 2010 – 36,714 miles
  • 2009 – 23,081 miles
  • 2008 – 18,699 miles
  • 2007 – 16,883 miles
  • 2006 – 15,046 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,776 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 22 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,776 miles (+14)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    148,776 miles
    Test number
    322610281780
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail148,762 miles (+1,562)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,762 miles
    Test number
    419053535881
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • 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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass147,200 miles (+6)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2026
    Odometer
    147,200 miles
    Test number
    460648051008
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Pass147,194 miles (+897)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    147,194 miles
    Test number
    829803256193
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass146,297 miles (+1,427)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    146,297 miles
    Test number
    670188509961
    • 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 trailing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass144,870 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    144,870 miles
    Test number
    709978015620
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail144,866 miles (+4,007)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,866 miles
    Test number
    208180925577
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass140,859 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    140,859 miles
    Test number
    426074244834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail140,855 miles (+4,539)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,855 miles
    Test number
    483537432850
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass136,316 miles (+5,797)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    136,316 miles
    Test number
    605609410223
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass130,519 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    130,519 miles
    Test number
    938415961222
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail130,491 miles (+5,357)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,491 miles
    Test number
    655457101172
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass125,134 miles (+6,091)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    125,134 miles
    Test number
    418957189545
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rubber mounting deteriorated/rear silencer

  14. Pass119,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    119,043 miles
    Test number
    218819055427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail119,043 miles (+17,243)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,043 miles
    Test number
    716989055101
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (3.4.3)

  16. Pass101,800 miles (+15,257)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    101,800 miles
    Test number
    259203654475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass86,543 miles (+36)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    86,543 miles
    Test number
    538104363144
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail86,507 miles (+17,958)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,507 miles
    Test number
    208231363493
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass68,549 miles (+15,191)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    68,549 miles
    Test number
    437425242195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,358 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    53,358 miles
    Test number
    208365241126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail53,358 miles (+16,644)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,358 miles
    Test number
    896285341129
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass36,714 miles (+13,633)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    36,714 miles
    Test number
    903279930183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,081 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    23,081 miles
    Test number
    973157449128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail23,040 miles (+4,341)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,040 miles
    Test number
    613116549165
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  25. Pass18,699 miles (+1,816)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    18,699 miles
    Test number
    500311258188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass16,883 miles (+1,837)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    16,883 miles
    Test number
    853001157127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  27. Pass15,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    15,046 miles
    Test number
    883032546146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T923 LOP

Does T923 LOP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T923 LOP is valid until 12 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T923 LOP?
The MOT on T923 LOP is valid until 12 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T923 LOP done?
T923 LOP was recorded at 148,776 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2026, an average of 6,639 miles a year.
Has T923 LOP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T923 LOP has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T923 LOP 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 T923 LOP find?
T923 LOP passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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