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A749 RNM

1984 Rover Metro

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

71,246 mi
Last recorded71,246 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2009
Typical for 1984 Rover Metro38,903 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA749 RNM
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1984
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 14 Sep 2009 71,246 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Engine oil leak

Front offside steel brake pipe corroded

Front offside wheel bearing worn

Front suspension low

Rear number plate will soon need attention

Underside of vehical is generaly corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2008 70,051 miles

both front wheel bearings are worn

both rear wheel arches are corroded

exhaust system is corroded

rear number plate is deteriorated

underside of vehicle is generally corroded

Pass 13 Sep 2007 68,463 miles

exhaust systeme corroded

inner and outer body sills may have incorrect repairs carried out

Pass 14 Sep 2006 66,877 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 65,154 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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A749 RNM is a 1984 Rover Metro in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its 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 A749 RNM, 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 A749 RNM registered?

A749 RNM is a 1984 Rover Metro, first registered on 26 June 1984.

Is A749 RNM safe to buy?

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