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K316 OWP

1993 Rover 216

Red Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

108,783 mi
Last recorded108,783 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 1993 Rover 21694,896 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK316 OWP
MakeRover
Model216
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 108,783 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 107,180 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 106,114 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2023 106,114 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 104,294 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 103,134 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 101,920 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 100,520 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 99,622 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 98,580 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 97,227 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 95,437 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 93,252 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2013 89,891 miles

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

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

offside rear tyre side wall in poor condition

Pass 26 Apr 2013 86,909 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 82,559 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 78,540 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 77,005 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 76,984 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 28 Jun 2006 73,499 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 73,499 miles

How Reliable is the Rover 216?

Based on 445,477 MOT tests across 71,812 vehicles.

66.9%
Pass Rate
3,841
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
71,812
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27,447
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 18,363
constant velocity joint gaiter split 17,127
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 15,921
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 15,300
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K316 OWP is a 1993 Rover 216 in Red with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1993 Rover 216 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 94,896 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover 216 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 27,447 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K316 OWP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover 216 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 33 years old, this Rover 216 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K316 OWP registered?

K316 OWP is a 1993 Rover 216, first registered on 12 March 1993.

Is K316 OWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for K316 OWP shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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