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J482 VOE

1992 Rover Metro

Red Petrol 1118cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

74,597 mi
Last recorded74,597 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2018
Typical for 1992 Rover Metro51,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ482 VOE
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,118cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2018 74,597 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 74,597 miles

Front Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 74,526 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 74,526 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 74,474 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2016 74,474 miles

Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Pass 4 Dec 2014 74,423 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2014 74,423 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 74,359 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 74,359 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 74,072 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2011 73,794 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 73,121 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2009 72,444 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 71,491 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 71,491 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2007 71,156 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 69,988 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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J482 VOE is a 1992 Rover Metro in Red with a 1,118cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 Rover Metro models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 51,343 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 J482 VOE, 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 34 years old, this Rover Metro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J482 VOE registered?

J482 VOE is a 1992 Rover Metro, first registered on 15 May 1992.

Is J482 VOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for J482 VOE shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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