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Rover 216

Multi-colour · Petrol · 1994 · 1,590 cc

L273 OWJMOT history

L273 OWJ is a multi-colour petrol Rover 216 first used on 11 Mar 1994. Its MOT expired on 12 Jun 2024 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 101,314 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Jun 2024
Mileage
101,314 mi
At MOT on 13 Jun 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,447 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L273 OWJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
216
Colour
Multi-colour
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
11 Mar 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L273 OWJ was last recorded at 101,314 miles on 13 Jun 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,314 miles · 9 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,447 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 101,314 miles
  • 2022 – 99,988 miles
  • 2021 – 98,475 miles
  • 2020 – 95,168 miles
  • 2019 – 93,559 miles
  • 2018 – 88,704 miles
  • 2017 – 88,384 miles
  • 2016 – 87,250 miles
  • 2015 – 85,455 miles
  • 2014 – 84,485 miles
  • 2013 – 83,091 miles
  • 2011 – 80,494 miles
  • 2010 – 75,760 miles
  • 2009 – 72,340 miles
  • 2008 – 67,100 miles
  • 2007 – 63,291 miles
  • 2006 – 58,766 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,314 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,314 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    101,314 miles
    Test number
    799825834380
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail101,314 miles (+1,326)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,314 miles
    Test number
    890336605767
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass99,988 miles (+4)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    99,988 miles
    Test number
    872371247339
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail99,984 miles (+1,509)1 dangerous4 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,984 miles
    Test number
    918307253435
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass98,475 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    98,475 miles
    Test number
    286544831225
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail98,475 miles (+3,307)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,475 miles
    Test number
    166494697220
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass95,168 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    95,168 miles
    Test number
    898563093632
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail95,168 miles (+1,609)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,168 miles
    Test number
    321298115365
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass93,559 miles (+4,855)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    93,559 miles
    Test number
    173389399446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass88,704 miles (+320)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    88,704 miles
    Test number
    874242605783
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass88,384 miles (+1,134)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    88,384 miles
    Test number
    870125442658
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  12. Pass87,250 miles (+1,795)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    87,250 miles
    Test number
    651085015119
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to perish. and worn on edges.

  13. Pass85,455 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    85,455 miles
    Test number
    145296735486
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to perish along treads,
    • NoteCentre exhaust in poor condition,

  14. Fail85,455 miles (+970)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,455 miles
    Test number
    445476935065
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to perish along treads,
    • NoteCentre exhaust in poor condition,

  15. Pass84,485 miles (+1,394)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    84,485 miles
    Test number
    118412324031
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth rear tyres well worn .approx 2mm tread
    • NoteCorrosion in both rear wheel arch/sill areas

  16. Pass83,091 miles (+2,597)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    83,091 miles
    Test number
    725895923013
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass80,494 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    80,494 miles
    Test number
    505736551364
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  18. Fail80,494 miles (+4,734)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,494 miles
    Test number
    888606451356
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  19. Pass75,760 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    75,760 miles
    Test number
    442943080059
    • NoteOffside rear tyre starting to perish along treads

  20. Fail75,760 miles (+3,420)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,760 miles
    Test number
    584093180059
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre starting to perish along treads

  21. Pass72,340 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    72,340 miles
    Test number
    570437139063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail72,334 miles (+5,234)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,334 miles
    Test number
    134515039467
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass67,100 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    67,100 miles
    Test number
    570370668048
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail67,100 miles (+3,809)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,100 miles
    Test number
    570450668007
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass63,291 miles (+4,525)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    63,291 miles
    Test number
    823915927099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass58,766 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    58,766 miles
    Test number
    641893626021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L273 OWJ

Does L273 OWJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L273 OWJ expired on 12 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L273 OWJ?
The MOT on L273 OWJ expired on 12 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L273 OWJ done?
L273 OWJ was recorded at 101,314 miles at its MOT on 13 Jun 2023, an average of 2,447 miles a year.
Has L273 OWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L273 OWJ has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on L273 OWJ 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 L273 OWJ find?
L273 OWJ passed its latest MOT on 13 Jun 2023 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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