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Rover 216

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,589 cc

T236 JFUMOT history

T236 JFU is a silver petrol Rover 216 first used on 8 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 22 of 30 MOT tests, with 88,789 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
88,789 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
22 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,529 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T236 JFU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
216
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,589 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T236 JFU was last recorded at 88,789 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 3,200 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Oct 2015: 65,037 miles, lower than 65,981 miles on 27 Sept 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
85,589 miles · 15 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,200 miles
Average per year
2,529 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,789 miles
  • 2025 – 85,589 miles
  • 2024 – 82,894 miles
  • 2023 – 81,148 miles
  • 2022 – 79,283 miles
  • 2021 – 77,211 miles
  • 2020 – 75,661 miles
  • 2019 – 74,306 miles
  • 2018 – 72,677 miles
  • 2017 – 70,535 miles
  • 2016 – 68,341 miles
  • 2015 – 65,037 miles
  • 2014 – 63,651 miles
  • 2013 – 61,324 miles
  • 2012 – 58,533 miles
  • 2011 – 56,217 miles
  • 2010 – 53,304 miles
  • 2009 – 50,646 miles
  • 2008 – 47,316 miles
  • 2007 – 42,706 miles
  • 2006 – 40,303 miles
  • 2005 – 37,456 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,789 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.

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2025

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Both sides rear and nearside front tyres perished and wearing unevenly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside outersill heavily corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Oil around engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

30 tests since 28 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,789 miles (+3,200)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    88,789 miles
    Test number
    605538318788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass85,589 miles (+188)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    85,589 miles
    Test number
    246934913250
    • AdvisoryAdvanced corrosion to both rear outer sill panels
    • AdvisoryBattery cable tied into position

  3. Fail85,401 miles (+2,507)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,401 miles
    Test number
    653902865684
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass82,894 miles (+1,746)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    82,894 miles
    Test number
    807860053407
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass81,148 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    81,148 miles
    Test number
    848542344996
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail81,148 miles (+1,865)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,148 miles
    Test number
    118835593722
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass79,283 miles (+2,072)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    79,283 miles
    Test number
    264426544564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass77,211 miles (+1,550)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    77,211 miles
    Test number
    473762365449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass75,661 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    75,661 miles
    Test number
    258517413767
    • AdvisoryOutersill panels corroded and weak

  10. Fail75,621 miles (+1,315)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,621 miles
    Test number
    507830364622
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOutersill panels corroded and weak

  11. Pass74,306 miles (+1,629)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    74,306 miles
    Test number
    487113575955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,677 miles (+2,142)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    72,677 miles
    Test number
    493054270938
    • AdvisoryBoth inner/outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension componants corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre Tyre also perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre worn low also (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  13. Pass70,535 miles (+2,194)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    70,535 miles
    Test number
    801215444984
    • AdvisoryOil around gearbox
    • AdvisoryOutersills corroded and repaired
    • AdvisoryUnderside and components corroded in places

  14. Pass68,341 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    68,341 miles
    Test number
    799144754123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail68,333 miles (+3,296)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,333 miles
    Test number
    387193319556
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass65,037 miles (-944)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    65,037 miles
    Test number
    682212983001
    • AdvisoryBoth sides rear and nearside front tyres perished and wearing unevenly
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside outersill heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryOil around engine

  17. Fail65,981 miles (+2,330)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,981 miles
    Test number
    283344426675
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outersill area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth sides rear and nearside front tyres perished and wearing unevenly
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside outersill heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryOil around engine

  18. Pass63,651 miles (+2,327)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    63,651 miles
    Test number
    436629164290
    • NoteExhaust heat shield rattles anad insecure

  19. Pass61,324 miles (+25)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    61,324 miles
    Test number
    868065493278
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail61,299 miles (+2,766)4 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,299 miles
    Test number
    739264193275
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFuel smell from n/s/r no leak found at time of test
    • NoteN/s/r wheel slightly binding

  21. Pass58,533 miles (+2,316)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    58,533 miles
    Test number
    137966612340
    • NoteCenter exhaust corroded
    • NoteCenter stop light not fully working
    • NoteFront to rear fuel and brake pipes covered in grease

  22. Pass56,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    56,217 miles
    Test number
    399285631374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail56,217 miles (+2,913)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,217 miles
    Test number
    368735031385
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

  24. Pass53,304 miles (+90)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    53,304 miles
    Test number
    382475940446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail53,214 miles (+2,568)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,214 miles
    Test number
    912288830216
    • FailureDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass50,646 miles (+3,330)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    50,646 miles
    Test number
    714376079279
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear brake is slightly binding

  27. Pass47,316 miles (+4,610)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    47,316 miles
    Test number
    842525978244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass42,706 miles (+2,403)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    42,706 miles
    Test number
    391475377439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass40,303 miles (+2,847)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    40,303 miles
    Test number
    530044036335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass37,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    37,456 miles
    Test number
    691522835388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T236 JFU

Does T236 JFU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T236 JFU is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T236 JFU?
The MOT on T236 JFU is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T236 JFU done?
T236 JFU was recorded at 88,789 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 2,529 miles a year.
Has T236 JFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T236 JFU has failed 8 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T236 JFU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Oct 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T236 JFU find?
T236 JFU passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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