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G573 VPJ

1989 Rover Metro

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,451 mi
Last recorded44,451 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2015
Typical for 1989 Rover Metro51,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG573 VPJ
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2015 44,451 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 41,474 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 41,474 miles

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

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 39,895 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

long hand brake travel

Pass 24 Feb 2012 39,845 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2012 39,844 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 39,789 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 39,707 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

front number plate cracked still secure and legible at time of test

os and nsr tyre cracked on inner sidewalls not excessive at time of test

Fail 18 Mar 2009 39,598 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 39,598 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 39,118 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 39,118 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 39,005 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 38,997 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

The suspension height is low

Pass 8 Mar 2006 38,810 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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G573 VPJ is a 1989 Rover Metro in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 G573 VPJ, 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 G573 VPJ registered?

G573 VPJ is a 1989 Rover Metro, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G573 VPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for G573 VPJ shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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