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H973 FAF

1990 Rover Metro

White Petrol 1118cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests21 (11 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate52.4%

Mileage

14,393 mi
Last recorded14,393 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 1990 Rover Metro50,078 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH973 FAF
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,118cc

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MOT History

11 pass 10 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 14,393 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2026 13,409 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2025 13,004 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2025 12,934 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2025 12,843 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 11,463 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2024 11,462 miles

Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2014 11,458 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 11,442 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 11,442 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2012 11,418 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 11,373 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 11,373 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 11,336 miles

rear tyres micro cracking

Pass 14 Jul 2009 11,218 miles

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

Fail 14 Jul 2009 11,218 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2008 11,083 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Jul 2007 10,965 miles

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

Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

tyers both sides rear micro cracking all walls.

Pass 18 Jul 2007 10,965 miles

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

tyers both sides rear micro cracking all walls.

Fail 19 Jul 2006 10,795 miles

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

both front tyers worn toouter edge + slight engine oil leak

Pass 19 Jul 2006 10,795 miles

both front tyers worn toouter edge + slight engine oil leak

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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H973 FAF is a 1990 Rover Metro in White with a 1,118cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 H973 FAF, 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 H973 FAF registered?

H973 FAF is a 1990 Rover Metro, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is H973 FAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for H973 FAF shows 21 tests with a 52.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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