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C706 PGY

1985 Rover Metro

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2023
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,574 mi
Last recorded30,574 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2022
Typical for 1985 Rover Metro44,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC706 PGY
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2022 30,574 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 27,625 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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C706 PGY is a 1985 Rover Metro in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Rover Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 44,978 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 C706 PGY, 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 41 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 C706 PGY?

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What year was C706 PGY registered?

C706 PGY is a 1985 Rover Metro, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C706 PGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for C706 PGY shows 2 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 C706 PGY have outstanding finance?

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