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K232 WUT

1992 Rover Metro

Red Petrol 1118cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

39,484 mi
Last recorded39,484 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 1992 Rover Metro51,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK232 WUT
MakeRover
ModelMetro
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,118cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 39,484 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2025 39,215 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 39,021 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 38,821 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 38,689 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2021 38,681 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

clutch feels worn

suspension low, requires a pump up

Pass 16 Dec 2020 38,626 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 38,536 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 38,427 miles

Exhaust mounting defective rear rubber is torn, but currently still supporting system (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2018 38,202 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 11 Jan 2018 38,202 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 9 Jan 2017 38,018 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 37,786 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 37,483 miles

suspension slightly low

Pass 8 Jan 2014 37,160 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 36,844 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 36,218 miles

rear tyres slight surface cracks

Pass 10 Jan 2011 35,420 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 34,840 miles

exhaust system getting corroded and weak with slight leaks

Pass 12 Nov 2008 34,325 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2007 34,266 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

suspension low req pump up

wipers split on ends.

Pass 24 Nov 2006 34,222 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 33,979 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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K232 WUT is a 1992 Rover Metro in Red with a 1,118cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 K232 WUT, 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 K232 WUT registered?

K232 WUT is a 1992 Rover Metro, first registered on 24 November 1992.

Is K232 WUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for K232 WUT shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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