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J658 NLF

1992 Rover Metro

Blue Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

33,297 mi
Last recorded33,297 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2018
Typical for 1992 Rover Metro51,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ658 NLF
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2018 33,297 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Nov 2018 33,289 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Underwing area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer sill area corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2017 33,144 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2016 32,959 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 32,719 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 18 Sep 2015 32,719 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 32,385 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 32,100 miles

Fuel pipe slightly chafed (7.2.2)

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

Fail 2 Oct 2013 32,100 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Fuel pipe slightly chafed (7.2.2)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 31,748 miles

down exhaust pipe badly corroded

Pass 1 Sep 2011 31,501 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 31,198 miles

Front Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 30,912 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 30,510 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 30,205 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2006 29,745 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2006 29,745 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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J658 NLF is a 1992 Rover Metro in Blue with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 J658 NLF, 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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J658 NLF is a 1992 Rover Metro, first registered on 29 June 1992.

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