Rover 216 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Rover 216. Check any 216 by registration number below.

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73.6%

Avg Pass Rate

-0.7%

vs Rover Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Rover 216 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Rover 216 has an average MOT pass rate of 73.6%, which is 0.7 percentage points below the Rover brand average of 74.3%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your 216 on the road.

The most common reasons a Rover 216 fails its MOT are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits. If you are preparing your 216 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Rover 216, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Rover 216 performs at MOT across different model years.

1999

Based on 175 vehicles

77.1%Good

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

0.8%

Retest Rate

21.0%

1998

Based on 446 vehicles

68.2%Average

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

1.6%

Retest Rate

21.3%

1997

Based on 315 vehicles

65.1%Average

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

33.6%

1996

Based on 265 vehicles

67.5%Average

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

20.9%

1995

Based on 435 vehicles

69.2%Average

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

25.6%

1994

Based on 322 vehicles

73.9%Average

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

0.9%

Retest Rate

16.7%

1993

Based on 271 vehicles

72.7%Average

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

3.4%

Retest Rate

23.6%

1992

Based on 188 vehicles

72.3%Average

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

21.9%

1991

Based on 108 vehicles

88.0%Excellent

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

1.3%

Retest Rate

5.3%

1990

Based on 92 vehicles

78.3%Good

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

1.6%

Retest Rate

12.7%

1989

Based on 37 vehicles

75.7%Good

Rover average: 74.3%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

7.1%

0

Based on 1,055 vehicles

75.6%Good

Rover average: 74.3%

Mileage at 5yr

82k mi

Top MOT Failures — Rover 216

The most common reasons a Rover 216 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

5.6%

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

5.1%

Emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits

5.0%

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

4.5%

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

4.5%

Rover 216 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

4.0%

Rear Nearside

3.4%

Rear

3.4%

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Useful MOT Guides

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Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

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See detailed fault analysis for Rover 216

Rover 216 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Rover 216 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Rover 216?

The average MOT pass rate for the Rover 216 is 73.6% compared to the Rover average of 74.3%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Rover 216?

The most common MOT failures on the Rover 216 are: The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (5.6%), A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (5.1%), Emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits (5.0%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Rover 216 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 73.6%, the Rover 216 is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a Rover 216?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Rover 216?

Typical mileage for the Rover 216: 81,869 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 216 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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