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A301 HLE

1984 Rover Metro

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,961 mi
Last recorded82,961 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2010
Typical for 1984 Rover Metro38,903 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA301 HLE
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2010 82,961 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 82,819 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 82,819 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the Rover Metro?

Based on 277,779 MOT tests across 68,023 vehicles.

62.9%
Pass Rate
2,089
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
68,023
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 34,808
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 33,671
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 24,712
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,892
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 13,604
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A301 HLE is a 1984 Rover Metro in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1984 Rover Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 38,903 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Rover Metro fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 34,808 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A301 HLE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Metro typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 42 years old, this Rover Metro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A301 HLE?

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What year was A301 HLE registered?

A301 HLE is a 1984 Rover Metro, first registered on 1 February 1984.

Is A301 HLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A301 HLE shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A301 HLE have outstanding finance?

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