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J942 TPH

1992 Rover Metro

Blue Petrol 1118cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,542 mi
Last recorded41,542 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2011
Typical for 1992 Rover Metro51,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ942 TPH
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,118cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2011 41,542 miles

Damage to nearside front wing.

Damage to rear bumper.

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

Nearside front tyre very low on inner edge

Suspension very low,needs pumping up.

Fail 16 Aug 2011 41,486 miles

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

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

Steering wheel in a condition that hampers proper control (2.1.1)

Damage to nearside front wing.

Damage to rear bumper.

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

Nearside front tyre very low on inner edge

Pass 23 Aug 2010 38,246 miles

n/s/f outer sill is corroded out side the prescribed area

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 19 Aug 2010 38,246 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 19 Aug 2009 32,878 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

lever has little reserve travel

Pass 2 May 2008 29,745 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 23,538 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 19,606 miles

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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J942 TPH is a 1992 Rover Metro in Blue with a 1,118cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J942 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.

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What year was J942 TPH registered?

J942 TPH is a 1992 Rover Metro, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J942 TPH safe to buy?

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