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J829 SNB

1992 Rover Metro

White Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

43,515 mi
Last recorded43,515 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2014
Typical for 1992 Rover Metro51,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ829 SNB
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2014 43,515 miles

nearside outer sill weak

slight play in steering column top bush

various corrosion around vehicle bodywork

various tyres scuffed on side walls

Pass 12 Jul 2013 40,398 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 38,930 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 37,862 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 37,847 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 35,987 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 34,477 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 32,309 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 29,259 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 29,257 miles

Front Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 25,937 miles

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

Rear Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.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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J829 SNB is a 1992 Rover Metro in White with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 J829 SNB, 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 J829 SNB registered?

J829 SNB is a 1992 Rover Metro, first registered on 19 June 1992.

Is J829 SNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J829 SNB shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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