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Rover 216

Blue and Grey · Petrol · 1994 · 1,590 cc

K70 GUSMOT history

K70 GUS is a blue and grey petrol Rover 216 first used on 17 Sept 1994. Its MOT expired on 3 Nov 2025 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 72,859 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Nov 2025
Mileage
72,859 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
562 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K70 GUS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
216
Colour
Blue and Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
17 Sept 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

K70 GUS was last recorded at 72,859 miles on 28 Oct 2025, 4,355 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Oct 2011: 56,729 miles, lower than 66,288 miles on 19 Oct 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
68,504 miles · 8 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,355 miles
Average per year
562 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 72,859 miles
  • 2024 – 68,504 miles
  • 2023 – 68,497 miles
  • 2022 – 68,488 miles
  • 2021 – 68,432 miles
  • 2020 – 68,420 miles
  • 2019 – 68,350 miles
  • 2018 – 68,251 miles
  • 2017 – 68,182 miles
  • 2016 – 68,085 miles
  • 2015 – 67,920 miles
  • 2014 – 67,747 miles
  • 2013 – 67,487 miles
  • 2012 – 67,219 miles
  • 2011 – 56,729 miles
  • 2010 – 66,288 miles
  • 2009 – 65,989 miles
  • 2008 – 64,481 miles
  • 2007 – 63,167 miles
  • 2006 – 62,118 miles
  • 2005 – 61,577 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail72,859 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 6 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail72,859 miles (+4,355)1 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,859 miles
    Test number
    290639570852
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass68,504 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    68,504 miles
    Test number
    998711433351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass68,497 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    68,497 miles
    Test number
    977584899589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass68,488 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    68,488 miles
    Test number
    148726193009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail68,461 miles (+29)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,461 miles
    Test number
    169390555399
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass68,432 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    68,432 miles
    Test number
    835605314672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass68,420 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    68,420 miles
    Test number
    234535638258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass68,350 miles (+99)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    68,350 miles
    Test number
    204026356129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass68,251 miles (+69)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    68,251 miles
    Test number
    794004734686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,182 miles (+97)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    68,182 miles
    Test number
    494033306413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,085 miles (+165)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    68,085 miles
    Test number
    885770593583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass67,920 miles (+173)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    67,920 miles
    Test number
    863081401568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass67,747 miles (+260)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    67,747 miles
    Test number
    319472484466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass67,487 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    67,487 miles
    Test number
    485458703372
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  15. FailMileage not read7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    825003303334
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  16. Pass67,219 miles (+10,490)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    67,219 miles
    Test number
    395722392217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass56,729 miles (-9,559)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    56,729 miles
    Test number
    158278471265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass66,288 miles (+299)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    66,288 miles
    Test number
    893312890283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass65,989 miles (+1,508)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    65,989 miles
    Test number
    251574579270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass64,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    64,481 miles
    Test number
    121641108321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail64,481 miles (+1,314)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,481 miles
    Test number
    584711808398
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass63,167 miles (+1,049)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    63,167 miles
    Test number
    914571897227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass62,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    62,118 miles
    Test number
    723009286276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail62,118 miles (+541)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,118 miles
    Test number
    294949586266
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass61,577 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    61,577 miles
    Test number
    900999175241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail61,577 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,577 miles
    Test number
    392679475284
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Questions about K70 GUS

Does K70 GUS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K70 GUS expired on 3 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K70 GUS?
The MOT on K70 GUS expired on 3 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K70 GUS done?
K70 GUS was recorded at 72,859 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2025, an average of 562 miles a year.
Has K70 GUS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K70 GUS has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on K70 GUS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Oct 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K70 GUS find?
K70 GUS failed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 8 major defects and 2 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases, and 8 more.

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