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D603 XHD

1987 Rover Metro

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1987 Rover Metro32,833 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD603 XHD
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 27 May 2017

car been modifyed

Pass 19 Jun 2010 57,346 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2008 57,346 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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D603 XHD is a 1987 Rover Metro in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 D603 XHD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D603 XHD?

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What year was D603 XHD registered?

D603 XHD is a 1987 Rover Metro, first registered on 12 March 1987.

Is D603 XHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for D603 XHD shows 3 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 D603 XHD have outstanding finance?

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