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F813 LYJ

1989 Rover Metro

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2009
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,511 mi
Last recorded85,511 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2008
Typical for 1989 Rover Metro51,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF813 LYJ
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 20 Jun 2008 85,511 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 85,278 miles

fuel cap seal perishing

rear suspension pipes corroding

Pass 7 Jun 2006 84,693 miles

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

boot floor corroding

front number plate cracked

fuel cap seal perishing

Pass 22 Jun 2005 84,320 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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F813 LYJ is a 1989 Rover Metro in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Rover Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 51,572 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 F813 LYJ, 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 37 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 F813 LYJ registered?

F813 LYJ is a 1989 Rover Metro, first registered on 11 April 1989.

Is F813 LYJ safe to buy?

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