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G209 XPE

1989 Rover Metro

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

61,613 mi
Last recorded61,613 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2014
Typical for 1989 Rover Metro51,572 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG209 XPE
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1989
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2014 61,613 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 61,602 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 61,602 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 61,576 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 61,415 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 61,072 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 60,777 miles

offside front tyre going bald on inner edge

Fail 6 Jun 2008 60,357 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 60,357 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 59,953 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 16 May 2006 59,070 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 59,070 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

slight play in top steering bush

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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G209 XPE is a 1989 Rover Metro in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 G209 XPE, 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 G209 XPE registered?

G209 XPE is a 1989 Rover Metro, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G209 XPE safe to buy?

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