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G208 DPC

1989 Rover Metro

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,902 mi
Last recorded12,902 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2015
Typical for 1989 Rover Metro51,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG208 DPC
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2015 12,902 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2013 12,861 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 12,388 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 11,635 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 11,599 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2009 11,368 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2009 11,368 miles

Front Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Rear Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

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

Serious oil leak from engine.(oil pressure switch).

Pass 24 Sep 2008 11,042 miles

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

Front Fluid suspension accumulator partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Rear Fluid suspension accumulator slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 10,690 miles

Both rear tyres have perished sidewalls.

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

Oil leak

Pass 9 Oct 2006 10,251 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2006 10,251 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Oct 2005 9,804 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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G208 DPC is a 1989 Rover Metro in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 G208 DPC, 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 G208 DPC registered?

G208 DPC is a 1989 Rover Metro, first registered on 16 November 1989.

Is G208 DPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G208 DPC shows 12 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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