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J606 KRV

1992 Rover Metro

Red Diesel 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

72,011 mi
Last recorded72,011 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2013
Typical for 1992 Rover Metro51,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ606 KRV
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2013 72,011 miles

Both front outer CV gaiters perished

Fail 18 Jun 2013 72,008 miles

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

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

both outer cv gaiters perished

both rear wheel arches corroded/repaired

front brake pads wearing low

slight play in both front upper balljoints

Pass 12 Jun 2012 68,038 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 65,012 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 61,981 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 58,964 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 56,054 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 53,572 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 501,446 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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J606 KRV is a 1992 Rover Metro in Red with a 1,396cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 J606 KRV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J606 KRV?

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What year was J606 KRV registered?

J606 KRV is a 1992 Rover Metro, first registered on 15 June 1992.

Is J606 KRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J606 KRV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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