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G469 YKV

1989 Rover Metro

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

95,870 mi
Last recorded95,870 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2011
Typical for 1989 Rover Metro51,572 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG469 YKV
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2011 95,870 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 87,833 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Dec 2009 81,480 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2009 81,480 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 31 Dec 2008 73,618 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2008 73,618 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 71,366 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 67,926 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 17 Oct 2005 63,525 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2005 63,521 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

oil leak

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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G469 YKV 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 G469 YKV, 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 G469 YKV registered?

G469 YKV is a 1989 Rover Metro, first registered on 24 October 1989.

Is G469 YKV safe to buy?

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