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D98 TMW

1987 Rover Metro

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

43,448 mi
Last recorded43,448 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 1987 Rover Metro32,833 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD98 TMW
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 43,448 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 42,726 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 41,521 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Jun 2019 41,294 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front outrigger to inner sill/floor section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2018 40,839 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 40,249 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 38,983 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 36,305 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 20 Feb 2014 36,300 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2013 34,008 miles

rear tyres wearing close to wear markers and perishing

slight leak on exhaust front and rear joints

vehicle undersealed in places

vehicle underside starting to get rusty, behind rear valence and floor panels

Fail 11 Jan 2013 33,986 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

area behind rear valence getting rusty

floor panels getting rusty

rear tyres wearing close to markers and perishing

slight exhaust leak on front and rear joints

Pass 29 Sep 2011 32,982 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

general vehicle corrosion

nearside inner steering joint has slight play

Pass 9 Mar 2011 32,834 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 32,832 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 23 Apr 2010 32,571 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 32,571 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 32,460 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 32,460 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 32,385 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 32,384 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2007 32,246 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 32,246 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2006 31,873 miles

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

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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D98 TMW is a 1987 Rover Metro in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 D98 TMW, 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

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What year was D98 TMW registered?

D98 TMW is a 1987 Rover Metro, first registered on 11 May 1987.

Is D98 TMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D98 TMW shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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