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Rover 216

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,589 cc

S43 KBLMOT history

S43 KBL is a blue petrol Rover 216 first used on 3 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 10 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 71,053 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Feb 2027
Mileage
71,053 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
898 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S43 KBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
216
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,589 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
3 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S43 KBL was last recorded at 71,053 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 414 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2016.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,639 miles · 21 Mar 2016
Between the last two tests
414 miles
Average per year
898 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,053 miles
  • 2016 – 70,639 miles
  • 2015 – 69,261 miles
  • 2014 – 67,182 miles
  • 2013 – 66,395 miles
  • 2012 – 64,061 miles
  • 2011 – 62,425 miles
  • 2010 – 61,432 miles
  • 2009 – 60,122 miles
  • 2008 – 57,557 miles
  • 2007 – 54,066 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,053 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

16 tests since 16 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,053 miles (+414)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    71,053 miles
    Test number
    524812976505
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass70,639 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    70,639 miles
    Test number
    505662526197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  3. Fail70,639 miles (+1,378)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,639 miles
    Test number
    182172676174
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  4. Pass69,261 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    69,261 miles
    Test number
    176576265045
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  5. Fail69,261 miles (+2,079)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,261 miles
    Test number
    628866465065
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  6. Pass67,182 miles (+787)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    67,182 miles
    Test number
    875949974062
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  7. Fail66,395 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,395 miles
    Test number
    127866863418
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  8. Pass66,395 miles (+2,334)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    66,395 miles
    Test number
    648536563066
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  9. Pass64,061 miles (+34)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    64,061 miles
    Test number
    778981362010
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront and rear exhaust slightly deteriorated
    • NoteOffside rear tyre sidewall perished
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  10. Fail64,027 miles (+1,602)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,027 miles
    Test number
    716330462006
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront and rear exhaust slightly deteriorated
    • NoteOffside rear tyre sidewall perished
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  11. Pass62,425 miles (+993)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    62,425 miles
    Test number
    125292951466
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteSlight cracking on side wall of o/s/r tyre

  12. Pass61,432 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    61,432 miles
    Test number
    882145870045
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  13. Fail61,432 miles (+1,310)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,432 miles
    Test number
    304984770080
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  14. Pass60,122 miles (+2,565)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    60,122 miles
    Test number
    783519969029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteEngine/oil/low

  15. Pass57,557 miles (+3,491)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    57,557 miles
    Test number
    510463078035
    • NoteEngine/oil/low

  16. Pass54,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    54,066 miles
    Test number
    293435477002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S43 KBL

Does S43 KBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S43 KBL is valid until 10 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S43 KBL?
The MOT on S43 KBL is valid until 10 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S43 KBL done?
S43 KBL was recorded at 71,053 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 898 miles a year.
Has S43 KBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S43 KBL has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2016.
Has the mileage on S43 KBL 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 S43 KBL find?
S43 KBL passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened.

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