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Rover 216

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,590 cc

S52 MLPMOT history

S52 MLP is a silver petrol Rover 216 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 90,000 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
90,000 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,293 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S52 MLP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
216
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,590 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S52 MLP was last recorded at 90,000 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 133 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,867 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
133 miles
Average per year
3,293 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,000 miles
  • 2025 – 89,867 miles
  • 2024 – 89,728 miles
  • 2023 – 89,647 miles
  • 2022 – 89,172 miles
  • 2021 – 88,280 miles
  • 2019 – 87,087 miles
  • 2018 – 82,171 miles
  • 2017 – 76,724 miles
  • 2016 – 71,520 miles
  • 2015 – 66,336 miles
  • 2014 – 60,429 miles
  • 2013 – 56,207 miles
  • 2012 – 51,639 miles
  • 2011 – 46,279 miles
  • 2010 – 38,519 miles
  • 2009 – 31,390 miles
  • 2008 – 29,818 miles
  • 2007 – 27,297 miles
  • 2006 – 25,536 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,000 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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,000 miles (+133)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    90,000 miles
    Test number
    476786715351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass89,867 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    89,867 miles
    Test number
    319584317218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail89,862 miles (+134)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,862 miles
    Test number
    246526372120
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Pass89,728 miles (+81)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    89,728 miles
    Test number
    624329497059
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH FRONT TYRES PERRISHED AND CRACKING (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front SLIGHT BINDING ON WHEEL ROTATION
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective FLAT

  5. Pass89,647 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    89,647 miles
    Test number
    675300868144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail89,647 miles (+475)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,647 miles
    Test number
    394043709122
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass89,172 miles (+5)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    89,172 miles
    Test number
    968599319146
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  8. Fail89,167 miles (+887)7 major1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,167 miles
    Test number
    104018373629
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  9. Pass88,280 miles (+1,193)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    88,280 miles
    Test number
    511180335083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass87,087 miles (+4,916)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    87,087 miles
    Test number
    873208612948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass82,171 miles (+5,447)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    82,171 miles
    Test number
    827848821918
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass76,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    76,724 miles
    Test number
    370304406254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail76,724 miles (+5,204)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,724 miles
    Test number
    985122554238
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass71,520 miles (+5,184)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    71,520 miles
    Test number
    185423059292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,336 miles (+5,907)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    66,336 miles
    Test number
    590174965868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass60,429 miles (+4,222)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    60,429 miles
    Test number
    657560664111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass56,207 miles (+4,568)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    56,207 miles
    Test number
    257641453492
    • AdvisoryCentre Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass51,639 miles (+5,360)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    51,639 miles
    Test number
    488394012188
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass46,279 miles (+7,760)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2012
    Odometer
    46,279 miles
    Test number
    326958611186
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Pass38,519 miles (+296)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2011
    Odometer
    38,519 miles
    Test number
    642856710128
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteHeavy perishing cracking to n/s rear tyre
    • NoteHeavy perishing cracking to o/s rear tyre

  21. Fail38,223 miles (+6,833)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,223 miles
    Test number
    173092710141
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteHeavy perishing cracking to n/s rear tyre
    • NoteHeavy perishing cracking to o/s rear tyre

  22. Pass31,390 miles (+1,572)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2010
    Odometer
    31,390 miles
    Test number
    320876339151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass29,818 miles (+2,521)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    29,818 miles
    Test number
    531579058252
    • NoteRear exhaust slightly corroded
    • NoteRear tyre walls cracking slightly

  24. Pass27,297 miles (+1,761)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    27,297 miles
    Test number
    702275057236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass25,536 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    25,536 miles
    Test number
    153502566234
    • NoteO/s front s/a damp
    • NoteSlight corrosion rear exhaust

Questions about S52 MLP

Does S52 MLP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S52 MLP is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S52 MLP?
The MOT on S52 MLP is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S52 MLP done?
S52 MLP was recorded at 90,000 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 3,293 miles a year.
Has S52 MLP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S52 MLP has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on S52 MLP 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 S52 MLP find?
S52 MLP passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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