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D224 TFM

1987 Rover Metro

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

49,087 mi
Last recorded49,087 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1987 Rover Metro32,833 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD224 TFM
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 49,087 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2026 49,087 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 45,147 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2024 45,147 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 25,960 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2023 25,955 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 12,290 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 11,387 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 16 Aug 2021 11,386 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Suspension system inoperative garaged for 6 years.needs pumping up (5.3.5 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

water pump has a severe leak

Pass 28 Apr 2015 11,384 miles

Front Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 11,377 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 11,369 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 11,353 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 11,267 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 11,257 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 11,257 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 11,238 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 11,238 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 11,228 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 11,195 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 11,165 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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D224 TFM is a 1987 Rover Metro in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Rover Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 32,833 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 D224 TFM, 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 39 years old, this Rover Metro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D224 TFM registered?

D224 TFM is a 1987 Rover Metro, first registered on 23 March 1987.

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