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Rover 216

Red · Petrol · 1996 · 1,589 cc

P396 HOLMOT history

P396 HOL is a red petrol Rover 216 first used on 28 Nov 1996. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 88,806 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
88,806 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,517 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P396 HOL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
216
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,589 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
28 Nov 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P396 HOL was last recorded at 88,806 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 316 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,490 miles · 6 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
316 miles
Average per year
1,517 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,806 miles
  • 2025 – 88,490 miles
  • 2024 – 88,202 miles
  • 2022 – 88,067 miles
  • 2020 – 87,734 miles
  • 2019 – 87,650 miles
  • 2013 – 82,005 miles
  • 2012 – 71,451 miles
  • 2009 – 69,219 miles
  • 2008 – 64,557 miles
  • 2007 – 59,980 miles
  • 2006 – 58,439 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,806 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2013

Full MOT history

17 tests since 18 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,806 miles (+316)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    88,806 miles
    Test number
    683286756230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass88,490 miles (+288)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    88,490 miles
    Test number
    566527702332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass88,202 miles (+135)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    88,202 miles
    Test number
    737428205259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass88,067 miles (+333)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    88,067 miles
    Test number
    246421674215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass87,734 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    87,734 miles
    Test number
    319024392832
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail87,734 miles (+84)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,734 miles
    Test number
    719335006064
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass87,650 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    87,650 miles
    Test number
    986114392768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail87,648 miles (+5,643)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,648 miles
    Test number
    480638757501
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass82,005 miles (+10,554)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    82,005 miles
    Test number
    169039443034
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  10. Fail71,451 miles2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,451 miles
    Test number
    159282512438
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  11. Pass71,451 miles (+2,232)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    71,451 miles
    Test number
    528182612054
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass69,219 miles (+4,662)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    69,219 miles
    Test number
    980536419311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass64,557 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    64,557 miles
    Test number
    500685678298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail64,557 miles (+4,577)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,557 miles
    Test number
    532060478276
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  15. Pass59,980 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    59,980 miles
    Test number
    741935617276
    • NoteAs before

  16. Fail59,980 miles (+1,541)6 failures5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,980 miles
    Test number
    111383517208
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteLow reserve travel on handbrake
    • NoteNear side front tyre side wall damaged
    • NoteNear side rear wheel binding
    • NoteOff side front wheel binding

  17. Pass58,439 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    58,439 miles
    Test number
    404919396111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P396 HOL

Does P396 HOL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P396 HOL is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on P396 HOL?
The MOT on P396 HOL is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P396 HOL done?
P396 HOL was recorded at 88,806 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 1,517 miles a year.
Has P396 HOL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P396 HOL has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on P396 HOL 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 P396 HOL find?
P396 HOL passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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