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G816 WMG

1989 Rover Metro

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,995 mi
Last recorded54,995 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2011
Typical for 1989 Rover Metro51,572 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG816 WMG
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2011 54,995 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 54,988 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2010 54,717 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 54,715 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 54,427 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 54,427 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2008 54,004 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 52,476 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 49,683 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

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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G816 WMG is a 1989 Rover Metro in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 G816 WMG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G816 WMG registered?

G816 WMG is a 1989 Rover Metro, first registered on 23 December 1989.

Is G816 WMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G816 WMG shows 9 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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