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G115 XMP

1989 Rover Metro

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

40,478 mi
Last recorded40,478 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2012
Typical for 1989 Rover Metro51,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG115 XMP
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2012 40,478 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2012 40,478 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 40,257 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2010 39,898 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2009 39,315 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 38,677 miles
Fail 3 May 2008 38,677 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 May 2007 38,064 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 374,069 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 374,069 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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G115 XMP is a 1989 Rover Metro in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 G115 XMP, 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.

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What year was G115 XMP registered?

G115 XMP is a 1989 Rover Metro, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G115 XMP safe to buy?

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