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A584 LFK

1984 Rover Metro

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

26,140 mi
Last recorded26,140 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1984 Rover Metro38,903 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA584 LFK
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 12 May 2026 26,140 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 25,897 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2025 25,897 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 25,845 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 25,153 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 25,126 miles

front panel and crossmember in poor condition

Pass 10 Apr 2013 25,072 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 24,936 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 24,931 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 24,652 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2010 24,589 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2010 24,589 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 24,451 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 24,209 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2008 24,209 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jan 2007 24,030 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 23,718 miles

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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A584 LFK is a 1984 Rover Metro in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1984 Rover Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 38,903 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

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 A584 LFK, 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

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What year was A584 LFK registered?

A584 LFK is a 1984 Rover Metro, first registered on 1 June 1984.

Is A584 LFK safe to buy?

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