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G534 WPK

1990 Rover Metro

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,232 mi
Last recorded40,232 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1990 Rover Metro50,078 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG534 WPK
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 40,232 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 39,493 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

sills corroded

Pass 18 Jul 2023 39,229 miles

Nearside Front wing corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all 4 tyres perished

Fail 18 Jul 2023 39,229 miles

Nearside Front wing corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

all 4 tyres perished

Pass 24 May 2022 38,506 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 38,238 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 37,970 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 37,703 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 37,164 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2010 37,162 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 36,419 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 35,463 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 34,337 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 331,634 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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G534 WPK is a 1990 Rover Metro in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 G534 WPK, 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 G534 WPK registered?

G534 WPK is a 1990 Rover Metro, first registered on 6 September 1990.

Is G534 WPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for G534 WPK shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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