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H272 XVV

1991 Rover Metro

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

140,232 mi
Last recorded140,232 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2007
Typical for 1991 Rover Metro52,438 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH272 XVV
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 16 Feb 2007 140,232 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 17 Jan 2006 136,395 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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H272 XVV is a 1991 Rover Metro in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Rover Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.4% with a typical mileage of 52,438 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 H272 XVV, 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 35 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 H272 XVV registered?

H272 XVV is a 1991 Rover Metro, first registered on 5 February 1991.

Is H272 XVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H272 XVV shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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