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J937 STM

1992 Rover Metro

Blue Petrol 1118cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

47,263 mi
Last recorded47,263 miles
Recorded on3 May 2014
Typical for 1992 Rover Metro51,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ937 STM
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,118cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2014 47,263 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

wiper blades starting to split advise

Pass 23 Jan 2009 42,702 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 42,702 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 42,608 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Jan 2007 42,308 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

cam cover gasket leaking oil

clutch slipping

water pump weeping

Fail 23 Jan 2007 42,308 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

cam cover gasket leaking

clutch slipping

rear exhaust box in poor condition

signs of leaking water pump

Pass 28 Jan 2006 42,063 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front suspension ride hight low

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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J937 STM is a 1992 Rover Metro in Blue with a 1,118cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 J937 STM, 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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What year was J937 STM registered?

J937 STM is a 1992 Rover Metro, first registered on 1 May 1992.

Is J937 STM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J937 STM shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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