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G797 PUS

1990 Rover Metro

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

7,387 mi
Last recorded7,387 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Rover Metro50,078 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG797 PUS
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 7,387 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both headlights (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases join back box (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 15 Apr 2026 7,387 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both headlights (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases join back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2025 7,268 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 7 Apr 2025 7,263 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 10 Oct 2022 7,240 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 7,237 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2021 7,236 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 7,195 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 7,175 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 7,167 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Front n/s and o/s have cuts not down to the cord

Rear n/s and o/s have cuts not down to the cord

Pass 26 May 2016 6,390 miles

Nearside Front has small cuts on sidewall

Nearside Rear has small cutson sidewall

Pass 24 Dec 2007 4,923 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 4,703 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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G797 PUS is a 1990 Rover Metro in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 G797 PUS, 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 G797 PUS registered?

G797 PUS is a 1990 Rover Metro, first registered on 12 January 1990.

Is G797 PUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for G797 PUS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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