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H275 EJF

1990 Rover Metro

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

61,062 mi
Last recorded61,062 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2019
Typical for 1990 Rover Metro50,078 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH275 EJF
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2019 61,062 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 60,103 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 53,030 miles

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Apr 2013 52,836 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2012 44,408 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 44,408 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 41,851 miles

Front wipers splitting but clearing screen.

Nearside front tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 24 Nov 2008 38,616 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 37,723 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2006 36,857 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2005 35,711 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2005 35,711 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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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H275 EJF is a 1990 Rover Metro in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 H275 EJF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H275 EJF registered?

H275 EJF is a 1990 Rover Metro, first registered on 5 October 1990.

Is H275 EJF safe to buy?

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