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J653 VRW

1992 Rover Metro

Blue Petrol 1118cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,365 mi
Last recorded94,365 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2009
Typical for 1992 Rover Metro51,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ653 VRW
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,118cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2009 94,365 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 88,829 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 79,680 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2006 70,594 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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J653 VRW is a 1992 Rover Metro in Blue with a 1,118cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J653 VRW, 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

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What year was J653 VRW registered?

J653 VRW is a 1992 Rover Metro, first registered on 30 June 1992.

Is J653 VRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J653 VRW shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J653 VRW have outstanding finance?

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