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G507 RRB

1990 Rover Metro

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

37,400 mi
Last recorded37,400 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Rover Metro50,078 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG507 RRB
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 37,400 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2025 35,279 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

oil leak

Fail 3 Feb 2025 35,278 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

oil leak

Pass 2 Feb 2024 32,514 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 32,461 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

slight corrosion where inner wheel arch meets floor on both sides

Pass 20 Mar 2019 32,391 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 32,389 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 32,377 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 32,375 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 32,365 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 32,365 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 32,364 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 32,173 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 32,114 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 31,914 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 31,811 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 31,781 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 31,653 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 31,265 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 31,171 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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G507 RRB is a 1990 Rover Metro in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 G507 RRB, 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

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What year was G507 RRB registered?

G507 RRB is a 1990 Rover Metro, first registered on 29 March 1990.

Is G507 RRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G507 RRB shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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