Im pretty sure thats not a fail though. I have done the exact same thing on mine, 2 mot stations have told me its fine as long as you have removed all the power steering system such as pump,belt,lines ect
I would question them on why they have actually failed, as its not like its not work, because it isnt there. Much like if you remove your rear window wiper or fog lights.
Are you Serious mot over here are taking the piss if they keep this up I'm just gonna go to Scotland to mot my car! Hope you get the rack sorted mate
I have a non power steering eg rack with track rods