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Rover 216I

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,589 cc

V89 GFGMOT history

V89 GFG is a blue petrol Rover 216I first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Jan 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 58,341 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jan 2024
Mileage
58,341 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2024
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,424 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V89 GFG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
216I
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,589 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

V89 GFG was last recorded at 58,341 miles on 21 Aug 2024, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,338 miles · 6 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
2,424 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 58,341 miles
  • 2023 – 57,594 miles
  • 2022 – 55,879 miles
  • 2021 – 54,323 miles
  • 2019 – 52,020 miles
  • 2018 – 50,071 miles
  • 2017 – 47,400 miles
  • 2016 – 44,493 miles
  • 2015 – 41,874 miles
  • 2014 – 39,105 miles
  • 2013 – 30,208 miles
  • 2012 – 24,552 miles
  • 2011 – 21,309 miles
  • 2010 – 20,035 miles
  • 2009 – 18,753 miles
  • 2008 – 17,343 miles
  • 2007 – 16,110 miles
  • 2006 – 14,414 miles
  • 2005 – 11,984 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail58,341 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

What MOT failures 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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipes to top up tank

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • N/s & o/s rear wheel arches slight corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail58,341 miles (+3)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,341 miles
    Test number
    109723287896
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail58,338 miles (+744)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,338 miles
    Test number
    786606222265
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases section and back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass57,594 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    57,594 miles
    Test number
    948337550020
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail57,585 miles (+1,706)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,585 miles
    Test number
    921564273818
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass55,879 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    55,879 miles
    Test number
    246687705524
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipes to top up tank (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryN/s & o/s rear wheel arches slight corrosion

  6. Fail55,870 miles5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,870 miles
    Test number
    211889467363
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Pipes to top up tank (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryN/s & o/s rear wheel arches slight corrosion

  7. Fail55,870 miles (+1,547)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,870 miles
    Test number
    676878213697
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Pipes to top up tank (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryN/s & o/s rear wheel arches slight corrosion

  8. Pass54,323 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    54,323 miles
    Test number
    285135225029
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Fail54,323 miles (+2,303)4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,323 miles
    Test number
    426758814957
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass52,020 miles (+1,949)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    52,020 miles
    Test number
    425336172876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass50,071 miles (+2,671)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    50,071 miles
    Test number
    730533747285
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass47,400 miles (+2,907)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    47,400 miles
    Test number
    540436136080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,493 miles (+2,619)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    44,493 miles
    Test number
    620136121435
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass41,874 miles (+2,769)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    41,874 miles
    Test number
    676526695194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,105 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    39,105 miles
    Test number
    479794384120
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Fail39,105 miles (+8,897)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,105 miles
    Test number
    957874784168
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass30,208 miles (+5,656)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    30,208 miles
    Test number
    167191193130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,552 miles (+3,243)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    24,552 miles
    Test number
    637678472110
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass21,309 miles (+1,274)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    21,309 miles
    Test number
    847705581151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,035 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    20,035 miles
    Test number
    494060680142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail20,035 miles (+1,282)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,035 miles
    Test number
    341429370193
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteN/S/R Tyre is Pershing
    • NoteO/S/R Tyre is Pershing

  22. Pass18,753 miles (+1,410)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    18,753 miles
    Test number
    990117479160
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear tyres starting to perish
    • NoteSmoke from air conditioning compressor

  23. Pass17,343 miles (+1,233)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    17,343 miles
    Test number
    320643188155
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to crack

  24. Pass16,110 miles (+1,696)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    16,110 miles
    Test number
    332054887176
    • NoteNear side washer missing screen

  25. Pass14,414 miles (+2,430)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    14,414 miles
    Test number
    423761796117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass11,984 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    11,984 miles
    Test number
    994078085141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V89 GFG

Does V89 GFG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V89 GFG expired on 27 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V89 GFG?
The MOT on V89 GFG expired on 27 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V89 GFG done?
V89 GFG was recorded at 58,341 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2024, an average of 2,424 miles a year.
Has V89 GFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V89 GFG has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on V89 GFG 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 V89 GFG find?
V89 GFG failed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2024 with 5 major defects and 1 advisory: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn drop link; nearside front windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen, and 3 more.

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