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C605 GJO

1986 Rover Metro

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2011
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,524 mi
Last recorded41,524 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2010
Typical for 1986 Rover Metro36,525 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC605 GJO
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 29 Mar 2010 41,524 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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C605 GJO is a 1986 Rover Metro in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 C605 GJO, 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 C605 GJO?

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What year was C605 GJO registered?

C605 GJO is a 1986 Rover Metro, first registered on 12 March 1986.

Is C605 GJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for C605 GJO shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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