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F29 GTV

1988 Rover Metro

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1988 Rover Metro42,500 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF29 GTV
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 19 Jul 2011

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 24,941 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 24,583 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 23,927 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 22,153 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 2,369 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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F29 GTV is a 1988 Rover Metro in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1988 Rover Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 42,500 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 F29 GTV, 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 38 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 F29 GTV?

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What year was F29 GTV registered?

F29 GTV is a 1988 Rover Metro, first registered on 22 August 1988.

Is F29 GTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F29 GTV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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