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G948 PGX

1989 Rover Metro

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

60,108 mi
Last recorded60,108 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 1989 Rover Metro51,572 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG948 PGX
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 60,108 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Oct 2024 59,094 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

both rear brakes low reading

Pass 6 Nov 2023 58,867 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 58,542 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2022 58,541 miles

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn anti roll to track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement seized (1.1.15 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn anti roll to track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 58,336 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 57,842 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 57,418 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 56,112 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 55,452 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 54,826 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 53,839 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 51,893 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 49,158 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 46,388 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 44,338 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 44,338 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2010 43,761 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 43,032 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 42,188 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2008 42,182 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 40,175 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Nov 2006 38,693 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2005 37,129 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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G948 PGX is a 1989 Rover Metro in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 G948 PGX, 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 G948 PGX registered?

G948 PGX is a 1989 Rover Metro, first registered on 10 November 1989.

Is G948 PGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for G948 PGX shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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