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G843 VPH

1989 Rover Metro

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

72,189 mi
Last recorded72,189 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2016
Typical for 1989 Rover Metro51,572 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG843 VPH
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2016 72,189 miles

bothside sills corroded

Fail 4 Jun 2016 72,067 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.7 mm and out of shape (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

Pass 19 Feb 2015 67,422 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 66,402 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 65,238 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 65,238 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 Feb 2012 64,163 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2012 64,158 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2011 63,050 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 62,010 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 60,853 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 59,599 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2008 59,599 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 58,371 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 56,945 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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G843 VPH is a 1989 Rover Metro in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 G843 VPH, 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 G843 VPH registered?

G843 VPH is a 1989 Rover Metro, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G843 VPH safe to buy?

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