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J770 RMJ

1992 Rover Metro

White Petrol 1118cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2013
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

40,081 mi
Last recorded40,081 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2012
Typical for 1992 Rover Metro51,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ770 RMJ
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,118cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2012 40,081 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 39,186 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2011 39,186 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2010 38,245 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 38,242 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2009 37,145 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009 37,144 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s rear wheel arch corroded

Pass 17 Nov 2008 36,099 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 35,035 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 35,035 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2006 33,680 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 31,968 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2005 31,968 miles

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

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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J770 RMJ is a 1992 Rover Metro in White with a 1,118cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 J770 RMJ, 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 J770 RMJ registered?

J770 RMJ is a 1992 Rover Metro, first registered on 28 February 1992.

Is J770 RMJ safe to buy?

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