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Rover 216

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,598 cc

S78 SRDMOT history

S78 SRD is a silver petrol Rover 216 first used on 10 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 102,667 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
102,667 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,412 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S78 SRD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
216
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
10 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S78 SRD was last recorded at 102,667 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 2,047 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,620 miles · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,047 miles
Average per year
2,412 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,667 miles
  • 2025 – 100,620 miles
  • 2024 – 98,057 miles
  • 2022 – 96,066 miles
  • 2021 – 92,006 miles
  • 2010 – 91,897 miles
  • 2009 – 83,653 miles
  • 2008 – 75,833 miles
  • 2006 – 56,333 miles
  • 2005 – 52,256 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,667 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

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 Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

14 tests since 6 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,667 miles (+2,047)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    102,667 miles
    Test number
    994695172769
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Pass100,620 miles (+2,563)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    100,620 miles
    Test number
    379834730811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass98,057 miles (+1,991)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    98,057 miles
    Test number
    113041019264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass96,066 miles (+4,060)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    96,066 miles
    Test number
    370828871981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass92,006 miles (+61)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    92,006 miles
    Test number
    405793290421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail91,945 miles (+48)2 dangerous8 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,945 miles
    Test number
    716327719942
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested CO levels too high during emissions test and engine started overheating so stopped the test. (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Anti roll bar link bushes worn and perished. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Radiator corroded and missing majority of its cooling fins.
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess Lower engine mount worn. (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre exhaust joint behind cat. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to legal limit and tyre perished. Tyre is 15 years old. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to legal limit and tyre perished. Tyre is 15 years old. (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass91,897 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    91,897 miles
    Test number
    414877140008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail91,897 miles (+8,244)2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,897 miles
    Test number
    553777140041
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass83,653 miles (+7,820)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    83,653 miles
    Test number
    133160439000
    • NoteLOUD WHINEING NOISE FROM CAM BELT AREA
    • NoteLeak of exhaust gasses from the front pipe V joint
    • NoteN/s/r tyre getting close to the limit[3mm]
    • NoteO/s/f wiper blade noisy in operation
    • NoteRear trailing arm bushes starting to perish and unbond

  10. Pass75,833 miles (+19,500)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    75,833 miles
    Test number
    871652348024
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  11. Pass56,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    56,333 miles
    Test number
    864822576169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail56,333 miles (+4,077)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,333 miles
    Test number
    860131476187
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass52,256 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    52,256 miles
    Test number
    851158155122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail52,256 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,256 miles
    Test number
    660007155185
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Questions about S78 SRD

Does S78 SRD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S78 SRD is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S78 SRD?
The MOT on S78 SRD is valid until 29 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S78 SRD done?
S78 SRD was recorded at 102,667 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 2,412 miles a year.
Has S78 SRD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S78 SRD has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on S78 SRD 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 S78 SRD find?
S78 SRD passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed.

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