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Rover 216

Gold · Petrol · 1994 · 1,590 cc

L36 WRLMOT history

L36 WRL is a gold petrol Rover 216 first used on 30 Apr 1994. Its MOT is valid until 20 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 95,971 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Dec 2026
Mileage
95,971 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
2,620 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L36 WRL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
216
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
30 Apr 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L36 WRL was last recorded at 95,971 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,949 miles · 3 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
2,620 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 95,971 miles
  • 2024 – 90,285 miles
  • 2023 – 86,896 miles
  • 2022 – 84,591 miles
  • 2021 – 82,580 miles
  • 2020 – 79,789 miles
  • 2019 – 77,144 miles
  • 2018 – 75,976 miles
  • 2017 – 73,448 miles
  • 2016 – 70,257 miles
  • 2015 – 67,387 miles
  • 2014 – 64,639 miles
  • 2013 – 62,840 miles
  • 2012 – 60,540 miles
  • 2011 – 57,610 miles
  • 2010 – 54,984 miles
  • 2009 – 52,605 miles
  • 2008 – 48,577 miles
  • 2007 – 46,737 miles
  • 2006 – 44,403 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,971 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Signs of corrosion to n/s outer sill panel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Signs of corrosion to n/s/r brake ferrel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2017

Full MOT history

34 tests since 11 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,971 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    95,971 miles
    Test number
    569383590967
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail95,949 miles (+5,664)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,949 miles
    Test number
    461034431497
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door shut (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass90,285 miles (+3,389)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    90,285 miles
    Test number
    803476110891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass86,896 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    86,896 miles
    Test number
    943837505279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail86,825 miles (+2,234)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,825 miles
    Test number
    387867357165
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting by rear box joint (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Pass84,591 miles (+2,011)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    84,591 miles
    Test number
    945510450966
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass82,580 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    82,580 miles
    Test number
    120289955285
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member has corrosion

  8. Fail82,580 miles (+2,791)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,580 miles
    Test number
    185594775975
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member has corrosion

  9. Pass79,789 miles (+34)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    79,789 miles
    Test number
    693256754119
    • AdvisorySigns of corrosion to n/s outer sill panel
    • AdvisorySigns of corrosion to n/s/r brake ferrel

  10. Fail79,755 miles (+2,611)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,755 miles
    Test number
    483314097030
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySigns of corrosion to n/s outer sill panel
    • AdvisorySigns of corrosion to n/s/r brake ferrel

  11. Pass77,144 miles (+1,168)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    77,144 miles
    Test number
    102809643296
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear foot brake reading slightly low

  12. Pass75,976 miles (+2,528)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    75,976 miles
    Test number
    374556027290
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% out (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. foot low readings (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear suspension lower arms bushes perished & casings rusty (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass73,448 miles (+3,191)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    73,448 miles
    Test number
    201041592022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension rusty

  14. Pass70,257 miles (+2,870)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    70,257 miles
    Test number
    969953747472
    • AdvisoryAuxillary belt perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass67,387 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    67,387 miles
    Test number
    335470855136
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteWindscreen wipers poor

  16. Fail67,387 miles (+4)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,387 miles
    Test number
    615980355105
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteWindscreen wipers poor

  17. Fail67,383 miles (+2,744)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,383 miles
    Test number
    415318095084
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight brake bind o/s front

  18. Fail64,639 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,639 miles
    Test number
    548581784028
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  19. Pass64,639 miles (+1,799)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    64,639 miles
    Test number
    979461384083
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  20. Pass62,840 miles (+2,300)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    62,840 miles
    Test number
    937965393006
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteExhaust rusty

  21. Pass60,540 miles (+56)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    60,540 miles
    Test number
    199633792487
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s front inner driveshaft gaitor leak

  22. Fail60,484 miles (+2,874)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,484 miles
    Test number
    607112582044
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s front inner driveshaft gaitor leak

  23. Pass57,610 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    57,610 miles
    Test number
    215173301144
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front tyre deteriorating
    • NoteOffside rear tyre deteriorating

  24. Fail57,610 miles (+2,626)1 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,610 miles
    Test number
    908373701116
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front tyre deteriorating
    • NoteOffside rear tyre deteriorating

  25. Pass54,984 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    54,984 miles
    Test number
    311698680040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight play offside steering rack

  26. Fail54,984 miles (+2,379)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,984 miles
    Test number
    723538380050
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight play offside steering rack

  27. Pass52,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    52,605 miles
    Test number
    604284509183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail52,605 miles (+4,028)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,605 miles
    Test number
    641434609104
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  29. Pass48,577 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    48,577 miles
    Test number
    502669398057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail48,577 miles (+1,840)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,577 miles
    Test number
    141419198439
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  31. Pass46,737 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    46,737 miles
    Test number
    280722607130
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  32. Fail46,737 miles (+2,334)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,737 miles
    Test number
    641970507179
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  33. Fail44,403 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,403 miles
    Test number
    231521906416
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  34. Pass44,403 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    44,403 miles
    Test number
    501481906176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L36 WRL

Does L36 WRL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L36 WRL is valid until 20 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L36 WRL?
The MOT on L36 WRL is valid until 20 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L36 WRL done?
L36 WRL was recorded at 95,971 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 2,620 miles a year.
Has L36 WRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L36 WRL has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L36 WRL 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 L36 WRL find?
L36 WRL passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); rear upper suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides.

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