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C300 OCN

1986 Rover Metro

White Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2021
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1986 Rover Metro36,525 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC300 OCN
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2020
Pass 14 Jul 2015 4,734 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 4,533 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 4,533 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 May 2007 4,533 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 4,533 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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C300 OCN is a 1986 Rover Metro in White with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Rover Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 36,525 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 C300 OCN, 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 40 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 C300 OCN?

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What year was C300 OCN registered?

C300 OCN is a 1986 Rover Metro, first registered on 1 February 1986.

Is C300 OCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for C300 OCN shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C300 OCN have outstanding finance?

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