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H294 XMR

1990 Rover Metro

Blue Petrol 1118cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

73,683 mi
Last recorded73,683 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2011
Typical for 1990 Rover Metro50,078 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH294 XMR
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,118cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 8 Feb 2011 73,683 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Both pedal rubbers worn

Offside rear wheel arch corroded

Pass 4 Feb 2010 72,146 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 70,398 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 70,398 miles

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 68,506 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 66,237 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 63,922 miles

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

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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H294 XMR is a 1990 Rover Metro in Blue with a 1,118cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 H294 XMR, 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 H294 XMR registered?

H294 XMR is a 1990 Rover Metro, first registered on 29 September 1990.

Is H294 XMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for H294 XMR shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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