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1999 Rover 800 2.5L Petrol · L33 WBY

L33 WBY

1999 Rover 800 (2.5L, petrol). First registered 28/09/1999. Recorded mileage 112,305 miles. MOT valid until 05/02/2027. Taxed until 01/06/2027.

Make & Model
ROVER 800
Year / Origin
1999 · Stanmore (Wimbledon)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 05/02/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/06/2027)
Recorded Mileage
112,305 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 2.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 05/02/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/06/2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1999
Engine
2497cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The 2026 MOT for the 1999 Rover 800 shows it passed with three notable issues: a worn nearside front upper suspension arm pin or bush, thinning nearside front inner brake pads, and a slight power steering component seepage. These are technical but manageable repairs. However, the vehicle’s history reveals recurring corrosion and suspension concerns. Corrosion in structural components has been documented since 2023, including vehicle structure and rear sub-frame corrosion that did not compromise rigidity. These issues persisted through 2025 and 2026, suggesting ongoing exposure to moisture or poor maintenance. Suspension components have also shown repeated corrosion, with no evidence of resolution. The trend indicates a worsening condition. The 2023 MOT failed due to multiple issues, including tyre tears, power steering leaks, and exhaust problems. By 2025, corrosion remained a focus, and the 2026 MOT highlights continued suspension and brake wear. While the latest test passed, the accumulation of corrosion and mechanical wear suggests the vehicle may not be in optimal condition.

L33 WBY Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 28/01/2026
  • 112,305 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
75
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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Reliability & Known Issues

Known faults for Rover Rover 800 Series

Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.

L33 WBY Mileage History

  1. 26/10/2023102,741 mi
  2. 13/12/2023102,748 mi+7 mi
  3. 08/01/2025105,102 mi+2,354 mi
  4. 06/02/2025105,117 mi+15 mi
  5. 28/01/2026112,305 mi+7,188 mi

Average of roughly 4,235 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

L33 WBY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 14 Sept 2026, 19:02
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1999 Rover 800 (L33 WBY) between October 2023 and January 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 28 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Steering (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Power steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))”.

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