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G947 VPH

1989 Rover Metro

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

58,220 mi
Last recorded58,220 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2017
Typical for 1989 Rover Metro51,572 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG947 VPH
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2017 58,220 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Offside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 57,947 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 57,937 miles

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

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit totally deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Pass 17 Jan 2015 57,611 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2014 57,384 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2013 57,159 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 56,934 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 56,619 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 56,414 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 56,067 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 55,624 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 55,199 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2006 54,872 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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G947 VPH is a 1989 Rover Metro in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 G947 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 G947 VPH registered?

G947 VPH is a 1989 Rover Metro, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G947 VPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for G947 VPH shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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