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J808 TPH

1992 Rover Metro

Blue Petrol 1120cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

158,900 mi
Last recorded158,900 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2013
Typical for 1992 Rover Metro51,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ808 TPH
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,120cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 12 Apr 2013 158,900 miles

Condition of exhaust

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Underseal throughout underbody

Pass 13 Apr 2012 149,521 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Underseal throughout underbody & outersills

Pass 8 Apr 2011 140,069 miles

All mbrake & fuel pipes & underbody heavily covered in underseal

Rear brake comparison

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 132,584 miles

Underseal throughout underbody

Wear to all 4 tyres on edges

Pass 3 Apr 2009 129,415 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Underseal throughout underbody

Wear to all 4 tyres on edges

Pass 16 Apr 2008 124,372 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 116,135 miles

condition of filler neck

general corrosion throughout vehicle

slight play nearside rear radius arm bush

Pass 21 Nov 2005 104,434 miles

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

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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J808 TPH is a 1992 Rover Metro in Blue with a 1,120cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 J808 TPH, 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 J808 TPH registered?

J808 TPH is a 1992 Rover Metro, first registered on 15 October 1992.

Is J808 TPH safe to buy?

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