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Rover 216

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,589 cc

P303 NJWMOT history

P303 NJW is a red petrol Rover 216 first used on 19 Jun 1997. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 43,440 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jun 2027
Mileage
43,440 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
927 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P303 NJW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
216
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,589 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
19 Jun 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
26 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P303 NJW was last recorded at 43,440 miles on 26 May 2026, 654 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,786 miles · 23 May 2025
Between the last two tests
654 miles
Average per year
927 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 43,440 miles
  • 2025 – 42,786 miles
  • 2024 – 42,054 miles
  • 2023 – 41,209 miles
  • 2022 – 40,613 miles
  • 2021 – 39,898 miles
  • 2020 – 39,549 miles
  • 2019 – 39,509 miles
  • 2018 – 39,209 miles
  • 2017 – 38,072 miles
  • 2016 – 37,046 miles
  • 2015 – 36,501 miles
  • 2014 – 35,845 miles
  • 2013 – 34,876 miles
  • 2012 – 34,031 miles
  • 2011 – 32,875 miles
  • 2010 – 31,371 miles
  • 2009 – 30,862 miles
  • 2008 – 29,702 miles
  • 2007 – 27,782 miles
  • 2006 – 24,970 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,440 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass43,440 miles (+654)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    43,440 miles
    Test number
    631444819765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass42,786 miles (+732)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    42,786 miles
    Test number
    142430361073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass42,054 miles (+845)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    42,054 miles
    Test number
    727643244841
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass41,209 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    41,209 miles
    Test number
    817252331523
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail41,192 miles (+579)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,192 miles
    Test number
    756206751766
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass40,613 miles (+715)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    40,613 miles
    Test number
    627134582602
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass39,898 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    39,898 miles
    Test number
    912082048875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail39,880 miles (+331)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,880 miles
    Test number
    636470964490
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass39,549 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    39,549 miles
    Test number
    265869217736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail39,509 miles (+300)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,509 miles
    Test number
    654752663392
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass39,209 miles (+1,137)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    39,209 miles
    Test number
    390231321017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass38,072 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    38,072 miles
    Test number
    626375435285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail38,024 miles (+978)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,024 miles
    Test number
    967412696851
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  14. Pass37,046 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    37,046 miles
    Test number
    704588826604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail37,043 miles (+542)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,043 miles
    Test number
    567809186323
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  16. Pass36,501 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    36,501 miles
    Test number
    966559355159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail36,499 miles (+654)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,499 miles
    Test number
    538339855175
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  18. Pass35,845 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    35,845 miles
    Test number
    617423064166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail35,837 miles (+961)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,837 miles
    Test number
    809421164193
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  20. Pass34,876 miles (+845)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    34,876 miles
    Test number
    407465083155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,031 miles (+1,156)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    34,031 miles
    Test number
    877238152148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront bumper insecure

  22. Pass32,875 miles (+1,504)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    32,875 miles
    Test number
    318063571123
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  23. Pass31,371 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    31,371 miles
    Test number
    283297360480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail31,369 miles (+507)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,369 miles
    Test number
    920526860107
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  25. Pass30,862 miles (+1,160)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    30,862 miles
    Test number
    532120489181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass29,702 miles (+1,920)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    29,702 miles
    Test number
    284937578102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass27,782 miles (+2,812)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    27,782 miles
    Test number
    253236977109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass24,970 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    24,970 miles
    Test number
    863789276178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail24,970 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,970 miles
    Test number
    801247476102
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Questions about P303 NJW

Does P303 NJW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P303 NJW is valid until 13 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on P303 NJW?
The MOT on P303 NJW is valid until 13 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P303 NJW done?
P303 NJW was recorded at 43,440 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2026, an average of 927 miles a year.
Has P303 NJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P303 NJW has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on P303 NJW 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 P303 NJW find?
P303 NJW passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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