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G883 YNK

1990 Rover Metro

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2010
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

77,373 mi
Last recorded77,373 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2009
Typical for 1990 Rover Metro50,078 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG883 YNK
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2009 77,373 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2009 77,354 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2008 76,536 miles

Corrosion at NSR and OSR wheel arches.

NSR inner sill/inner wheel arch around subframe mounting showing signs of corrosion.

OSF outer CV boot perished.

Oil residue at engine and gear box.

Rear service brake efforts low.

Fail 3 Sep 2008 76,535 miles

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

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

Corrosion at NSR and OSR wheel arches.

NSR inner sill/inner wheel arch around subframe mounting showing signs of corrosion.

OSF outer CV boot perished.

Oil residue at engine and gear box.

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear service brake efforts low.

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 75,554 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 75,542 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2006 74,444 miles

advise body and underbody corrosion in places

Pass 1 Sep 2005 73,432 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2005 73,428 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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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G883 YNK is a 1990 Rover Metro in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G883 YNK, 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.

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What year was G883 YNK registered?

G883 YNK is a 1990 Rover Metro, first registered on 27 April 1990.

Is G883 YNK safe to buy?

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