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G723 VPL

1990 Rover Metro

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,899 mi
Last recorded83,899 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Rover Metro50,078 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG723 VPL
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2026 83,899 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 83,653 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 83,475 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 83,369 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 83,190 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2019 83,048 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 82,643 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 82,070 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 81,177 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 80,012 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 78,971 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 77,811 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 76,671 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 75,729 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 74,465 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 73,219 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 71,967 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 70,482 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 68,840 miles

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

nearside and offside rear tyres wearing on inner edges

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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G723 VPL is a 1990 Rover Metro in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 G723 VPL, 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 G723 VPL registered?

G723 VPL is a 1990 Rover Metro, first registered on 31 May 1990.

Is G723 VPL safe to buy?

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