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ROVER 216 MOT Pass Rate

71.1% of 1,812 ROVER 216 MOT tests pass.

The 216's pass rate of 71.1% is in line with the average across all ROVER models, at 71.3%.

The ROVER 216 passes 71.1% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the national average for cars (79.2%).

Pass rate by vehicle age

Pass rate by vehicle age band0–3 yearsn/a3–6 yearsn/a6–10 yearsn/a10–15 yearsn/a15+ years71.1%
ROVER 216 pass rate and average mileage by vehicle age band
Vehicle agePass rateTestsAverage mileage
0–3 yearsno tests recorded0no reading
3–6 yearsno tests recorded0no reading
6–10 yearsno tests recorded0no reading
10–15 yearsno tests recorded0no reading
15+ years71.1%1,81282,514 miles

Common MOT failure reasons for the ROVER 216

The most common reason the ROVER 216 fails its MOT is brakes — present in 53.5% of failed tests, most often logged as "Efficiency below requirements".

Top MOT failure categories for the ROVER 216
CategoryShare of failed testsExample
Brakes53.5%Efficiency below requirements
Noise, emissions and leaks46.7%Carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment43.3%Not working
Body, chassis, structure41.1%Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt
Suspension40.2%Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength
Visibility17.6%Does not clear the windscreen effectively
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems13.3%Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced
Tyres12.4%Has ply or cords exposed
Steering4.9%Ball joint has excessive play
Identification of the vehicle3.6%Incorrect

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