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G782 WPM

1989 Rover Metro

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

146,597 mi
Last recorded146,597 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2023
Typical for 1989 Rover Metro51,572 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG782 WPM
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2023 146,597 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 31 May 2023 146,596 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2021 145,250 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 145,000 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 145,000 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 142,671 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2009 139,325 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 139,323 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 135,248 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 130,322 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 127,205 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 123,018 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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G782 WPM is a 1989 Rover Metro in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 G782 WPM, 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 G782 WPM registered?

G782 WPM is a 1989 Rover Metro, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G782 WPM safe to buy?

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