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G109 SEA

1990 Rover Metro

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,110 mi
Last recorded75,110 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2007
Typical for 1990 Rover Metro50,078 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG109 SEA
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2007 75,110 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2007 75,106 miles

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

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2006 71,112 miles

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

advise fuel gauge not working

advise under car body signs of corrosion

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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G109 SEA is a 1990 Rover Metro in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1990 Rover Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 50,078 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 G109 SEA, 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 36 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 G109 SEA?

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What year was G109 SEA registered?

G109 SEA is a 1990 Rover Metro, first registered on 12 February 1990.

Is G109 SEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for G109 SEA shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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